Associate Director ITOT Automation Engineer

About the role

The Associate Director ITOT Automation Engineer defines and implements the automation concept for new and existing manufacturing sites, aligns automation designs and equipment with IT/OT standards and works with cross-functional teams to maximise automation on shop floors. The position is based in Mengeš, Slovenia, and is open to candidates who can work there.

Key responsibilities

• Lead site-wide digital transformation through automation, robotics and AI.
• Manage IT/OT systems and infrastructure, ensure reliability and continuous availability, and plan preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Lead, coach and develop a team of IT/OT specialists supporting systems, troubleshooting and project delivery.
• Evaluate and implement automation, robotics and AI solutions that improve productivity, quality and compliance.
• Ensure IT/OT systems meet GMP, GxP, cybersecurity, validation and corporate governance standards and remain audit-ready.
• Manage technology portfolios, budgets, business cases, vendor relationships and investment roadmaps.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, QA, QC, MS&T and global stakeholders on innovation and strategic goals.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, Information Technology or a related technical field.
• Significant experience managing IT/OT technologies, automation, manufacturing systems or industrial control environments.
• Proven experience leading digital transformation, automation, robotics and AI initiatives in manufacturing.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams and developing IT/OT engineers.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects, budgets, vendors and system integration partners.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of IT/OT infrastructure, system lifecycle management and maintenance planning.
• Working knowledge of GMP, GxP, validation, cybersecurity standards and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management, problem solving, communication and strategic planning.

What we offer

• Permanent employment with a 6-month probation period.
• Annual gross salary range of 56,070 to 104,130 EUR, reviewed regularly after joining.
• Performance-based bonus and competitive benefits such as insurance plans, pension and wellness programmes.
• Flexible and hybrid working where possible, and at least 14 weeks of paid parental leave.

Candidates apply by submitting a CV in Slovenian and English; relocation support is not offered.