Senior Technical Project Manager

Do you have experience in building Aseptic Production manufacturing buildings? And do you possess a great deal of knowledge within automation technologies? Then we might have a perfect role for you!

We are looking for a Senior Technical Project Manager for our Automation Module within Aseptic Production (AP) to join our team in Fill & Finish Expansions programme at Novo Nordisk.  

If you are ready to take on the challenge of shaping our future and working with cutting-edge technology and to make a massive difference to Novo Nordisk, read on and apply today for a life-changing career! 

The position

As our new Senior Technical Project Manager, you will play a prominent role in Digital, Data & IT Product Supply (DD&IT PS) – Fill & Finish Expansions (FFEx) where you will be part of building our new global and digital AP Module and accelerating the implementation in site Chartres, France.  

You will be working closely with different key stakeholders both in Novo Nordisk and suppliers to evaluate and enable IT, Automation and digital solutions with a good balance between speed, simplicity and scalability.

As a Senior Technical Project Manager, you will have the opportunity to: 

• Take ownership of the project management disciplines on behalf of IT & Automation 

• Be the point of contact for IT & Automation in the AP module for the expansion at site Chartres

• Support the IT/OT Expansion Site Chartres Lead in project management of the AP module standards and execution.

• Represent AP Module Team within the project management team 

• Ensure compliance and quality in all parts of the projects

You will also be involved with various technology partners (internal and external) and site work package owners. Therefore, this role will require travel to site Chartres around 4 times per year.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone with the following qualifications: 

• Bachelor's- or master's degree in automation/electrical engineering, electronic and computer engineering, information and communication technology or similar

• Significant experience in industrial automation projects within pharmaceutical industry, while experience in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction)  and greenfield projects is a plus

• Experience in one or more of the following technologies: Manufacturing Execution System (MES), Process Control System (PCS), Internet of Things (IoT), Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Industry 4.0 

• Excellent communication skills and an enthusiasm for engaging with stakeholders from diverse areas and backgrounds to co-create solutions that drive value to the company

• Strong project management skills combined with a drive to succeed, ability to identify problems  and get the overview of scopes quickly

You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and excel at managing multiple priorities. Your natural ability to lead and inspire project teams, coupled with seamless communication across all levels, underscores your effective, independent work style. Grounded in technical understanding, you flourish amidst rapidly changing challenges, always focused on the overarching goal. 

About the department

DD&IT PS – Fill & Finish Expansions is a program organisation - built in a multi-dimensional matrix structure, that’s designed to foster cross-organisational and cross-functional collaboration to shape our future.

Our goal is to design and build future-proof, global fill & finish production facilities, with a focus on establishing strong foundational IT and automation that will enable these facilities to digitally evolve.

As a member of our department, you will work closely with colleagues responsible for processes and engineering, as well as various technology partners both internally and externally.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company headquartered in Denmark. For 100 years, we have been driving change to defeat diabetes and other serious chronic diseases. As a result, our treatments today benefit millions of people living with diabetes, obesity, and rare blood and endocrine diseases. We are proud of that.

We are proud of our people too, and we employ more than 70,000 bright and diverse minds in 80 offices worldwide. With us, your bright mind and commitment help us change lives for people worldwide. In exchange, we offer you a seat in a rewarding and purpose-driven culture where your professional and personal development is highly valued. That said, opportunities are many in Novo Nordisk.

Every day, thousands of our digital experts work in all areas of technology. We navigate the tech spectrum from front-end to back-end, from artificial intelligence to machine learning, and from cloud systems to quantum computing. All to make a tangible impact on lives across the globe. How? Go explore at Novo Nordisk TechLife.

Contact

For further information, please contact Josephine Alling Møller, People Leader at +45 3077 5084.

Deadline

10 April 2025

Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you 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 applying in your resume or 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.