Robotics and Automation Engineer (Parental Cover)

Are you ready to support and be part of shaping the future of aseptic manufacturing at Novo Nordisk? Are you motivated by created smart automated solutions together with your team and the production sites around the world?

Then this is a unique opportunity to join a team of highly competent automation and robotics engineers and specialists impacting the way we produce life changing medicine around the world. Apply today for a life-changing career!

The position

In this role, you will engage in detailed development of robotics and automation solutions from understanding of the customers’ needs, insights mapping, technical requirement specifications, to the development and testing of prototypes.

The main tasks will be to:

• Generate innovative ideas to meet user requirements and translate them into detailed technical specifications.
• Develop functional prototypes from initial concepts and conduct rigorous testing to ensure their functionality, usability, and quality.
• Translate project requirements into clear instructions, specifications, and documentation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as end-users, project managers, and leaders, to ensure project success and alignment with organizational goals.
• Engage with external suppliers and vendors to ensure smooth integration of their services and products into our solutions.

Please note this is a temporary position until November 2025.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with an innovative and solution-oriented mindset. As you will be working and collaborating with people from various departments and background in the organization, you need to be a good communicator that can adapt to different audiences.

• A strong technical background, preferably within robotics and automation, mechatronic or relevant experience.
• MSc or BSc in Science, Engineering, Technology or/and Mathematics.
• Experience with UR robots
• Knowledge of ROS2 is a plus.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Furthermore, you  possess a quality mindset and strong attention to detail. You have a keen interest in working within a GMP environment. Additionally, your excellent communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills further support the capability to excel in this role.

About the department

You will be part of our Engineering department in Aseptic Manufacturing Technology & Innovation. Your working place will be primarily in Bagsværd but we do also have a test facility in Kalundborg. Your home team will be Automation and Robotics, a dynamic and international team of 8 highly skilled engineers. The engineering department consists of other important colleagues such as Mechanical, CFD and Validation engineers.

The department work with creating new solutions to maximize capacity, reduce unit cost and im-prove compliance for aseptic filling lines all over the world.

Working at Novo Nordisk

At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We’re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing and sales – we’re all working to move the needle on patient care.

Contact

For further information you are welcome to contact Lucie Chapelle (Automation and Robotics Man-ager) on +45 34 48 64 12

Deadline

21 April 2025

Applications will be screened on an ongoing basis, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are motivated for applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your CV.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. 

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.