Principal Automation Systems Administrator, Manufacturing & Lab Support

Build our future together at Regeneron, where we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. Join our IOPS team as a Principal Automation Systems Administrator, providing technical leadership in the configuration and administration of automated and computerized systems, servers, and network infrastructure across our manufacturing and laboratory operations.

About the Role

In this role, you will serve as the technical subject matter expert bridging Automation and the business, driving validation, continuous improvement, and strategic vendor partnerships. You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, IT, and cross-functional teams to support a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Develop system hardware and software specifications, code, and networking configurations and standards to meet cGMP and procedural requirements across IOPS.
• Provide advanced technical automation support, troubleshooting, and investigations in accordance with established SOPs, GAMP 5 guidelines, and departmental practices.
• Lead system SAT/FAT, validation, qualification, and improvement efforts; manage small to large interdepartmental and global projects related to corrective action, software and hardware improvement, and new equipment or infrastructure.
• Initiate, author, and review Software Lifecycle Documentation, SOPs, Change Controls, EOEs, NOEs, DNFs, risk assessments, impact statements, and corrective and preventive action plans.
• Act as technical liaison between Automation and the business, independently identifying alternative solutions to ambiguous problems and driving continuous improvement in processes, procedures, and architecture standards.
• Support selection and assessment of strategic automation partners and vendors; manage vendor relationships and deliverables in alignment with regulatory and business requirements.
• Provide training and mentoring to Engineering, Automation, and external departments; may supervise or mentor direct reports and contractors within the department.

Requirements

• Direct experience in a pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility preferred.
• Advanced experience configuring and troubleshooting control, monitoring, and product release testing systems including design and installation.
• Advanced experience troubleshooting network infrastructure and server-based systems.
• Current knowledge of cGMP biotech and pharma operations, regulatory and quality policies, procedures, and documentation methods.
• Strong project management capabilities with the ability to lead changing priorities and make timely decisions across multiple departments and workstreams.
• BS/BA in Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Principal Automation Systems Administrator: 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Staff Automation Systems Administrator: 10+ years of relevant experience (may consider equivalent combination of education and experience; level determined based on qualifications).
• Ability to wear full cleanroom attire (e.g., laundered undergarments, gown, facemask, hairnet, safety glasses, safety shoes and booties, latex gloves) and use sanitizing agents during gowning process including IPA.
• Ability to remove jewelry, makeup, and nail adornments when wearing cleanroom attire.
• Ability to perform physical requirements for entirety of shift (up to 10 hours) in a clean room environment, including bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, reaching, reaching overhead, sitting, squatting, walking, standing, driving, hand manipulation, and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g., medical, dental, vision, life, and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits.

Pay

Salary Range (annually): $92,200.00 - $176,000.00.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

Location: Menands, New York, United States