Robotics Technology Deployment Steward – Drug Substance

Roche

. Identify operational bottlenecks and evaluate local manufacturing challenges through a global network lens .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeBasel • SwitzerlandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in robotics integration and automation deployment within highly regulated industries, with a strong focus on IT/OT system integration and project management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive successful multi-site project implementations.

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Robotics IntegrationAutomation DeploymentIT/OT System IntegrationProject ManagementData/Coding Literacy

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Hard Skills

Robotics EngineeringMechatronicsElectrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringAutomation EngineeringPythonSQLSCADAMESCQV

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingLeadershipCollaborationCommunicationProject Completion

Tools & Technologies

Digital TwinsCapital Expenditure (CAPEX)Proofs of ConceptOperational HandoverSite Integration Packages

Certifications & Qualifications

Business AdministrationChange ManagementSystems Engineering

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiotechHighly Regulated IndustriesDrug SubstanceOperational Execution

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify operational bottlenecks and evaluate local manufacturing challenges through a global network lens
Support scouting for emerging robotics and automation solutions
Partner with the Technology Strategy Lead to shape the global/network robotics roadmap
Lead hands-on operational execution and provide technical expertise
Consolidate and represent site feasibility perspectives
Lead cross-functional teams across MSAT, Engineering, Quality, IT/OT, and Operations to design, execute, and evaluate ROI-driven proofs of concept
Provide data-backed recommendations to scale, pivot, or stop technologies
Drive post-CAPEX industrialization plans
Oversee cross-functional IT/OT system integration, including SCADA, MES, and digital twins
Manage operational handover by preparing site integration packages, including URS, CQV, and CSV
Deploy standardized robotics and automation solutions across global production sites

Requirements

What you’ll need

BSc, MSc or PhD in Robotics Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
6+ years of relevant hands-on industrial experience in robotics integration, complex automation deployment, or manufacturing engineering within pharmaceutical/biotech or other highly regulated industries
Direct involvement in major Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) project lifecycles and CQV exposure
Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and drive multi-site project deployments without direct hierarchical authority
Practical understanding of IT/OT integration layers, including SCADA/MES
Basic data/coding literacy, such as Python and SQL
Excellent project management and problem-solving skills with a track record of project completion
Demonstrated experience deploying targeted automation solutions in the Drug Substance domain
Additional education or certifications in Business Administration, Change Management, or Systems Engineering are preferred, not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Roche equal opportunity employer
Compensation details provided based on the primary posting location where pay transparency applies