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Operativni vodja ITOT za avtomatizacijo proizvodnje(robotika) / Associate Director ITOT Automation Engineer (Robotics)Novartis · Ljubljana
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Operativni vodja ITOT za avtomatizacijo proizvodnje(robotika) / Associate Director ITOT Automation Engineer (Robotics)

🗓️ Posted 2026-10-13 Ljubljana Hybrid Engineering
💰 Salary 4,672 CHF–8,678 CHF/mo (56,070 CHF–104,130 CHF/yr) 📊 Market 7,500 CHF–10,500 CHF/mo

About the Company

Novartis is an innovative medicines company. Every day, working to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives so that patients, healthcare professionals and societies are empowered in the face of serious disease. Our medicines reach more than 250 million people worldwide. Find out more at https://www.novartis.com See our community guidelines: https://go.novartis.social/3Nboxki Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Specialties: Cardiovascular, Immunology, Neuroscience, Solid Tumors, Hematology, Chemistry, xRNA, Radioligand, Gene and cell therapy

About the Role

The Associate Director ITOT Automation Engineer (Robotics) will join the ITOT team and be responsible for the end-to-end robotics technology strategy for shared Work Centres across the manufacturing site. The role bridges emerging robotics technologies with site needs, moving solutions from market scan to shop floor, by combining deep technical expertise with close proximity to the vendor and innovation ecosystem. O vlogi: Operativni vodja za avtomatizacijo ITOT (robotika) se bo pridružil/-a ekipi ITOT in bo odgovoren/-a za celovito strategijo robotskih tehnologij za skupne delovne centre na proizvodni lokaciji. Vloga povezuje nastajajoče robotske tehnologije s potrebami lokacije ter omogoča prenos rešitev od analize trga do uvedbe v proizvodno okolje. To dosega z združevanjem poglobljenega tehničnega strokovnega znanja ter tesnega sodelovanja z dobavitelji in inovacijskim ekosistemom. Job Description Ključne odgovornosti: Odgovornost za strategijo robotskih tehnologij na lokaciji ter njeno stalno posodabljanje glede na razvoj trga, dobaviteljev in nastajajočih tehnologij. Ocenjevanje skupnih standardov in strategije delovnih centrov (Work Centres), usklajevanje zahtev med različnimi platformami ter poenotenje globalnih načinov dela, da se zagotovi dosledno opredeljevanje, zajemanje in izvajanje skupnih zahtev. Odgovornost za specifikacije uporabniških zahtev (URS) ter tehnološki in robotski načrt razvoja (roadmap) za skupne delovne centre, z usklajevanjem

Responsibilities

  • ● Own the site robotics technology strategy and keep it continuously refreshed against market, vendor, and emerging-technology developments.
  • ● Evaluate shared Work Centre standards and strategy, harmonising requirements across platforms and aligning global ways of working to ensure common requirements are defined, captured, and embedded consistently
  • ● Own the User Requirement Specifications (URSs) and the technology & robotics roadmap for shared Work Centers, aligning common versus platform-specific requirements.
  • ● Translate scouted technology into standardized, site-ready deployment packages - delivering implementable solutions, not just recommendations.
  • ● Own and maintain the Robotics Catalog for shared Work Centers, keeping availability, readiness, ownership, and technical details current
  • ● Lead technology and market scouting, with dedicated focus on advanced capability areas such as computer vision, automated inspection, and physical AI, closing current resourcing gaps in these domains.
  • ● Evaluate vendor capability and performance, and partner with Procurement on the selection and management of standard, approved vendors, and coordinate with vendors and partners for support and procurement.
  • ● Maintain continuous alignment with sites ensuring evaluated technologies are actually piloted and adopted - and that site feedback shapes the next roadmap cycle.
  • ● Report progress on a regular cadence to the Robotics Steering Committee and support sites roadmap endorsement and monthly technical syncs.

Requirements

  • ● Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant technical discipline, such as: Robotics, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering; Electrical, Mechanical, or Control Systems Engineering; Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or Computer Vision; Industrial / Manufacturing Engineering.
  • ● years experience in industrial robotics, automation, or advanced manufacturing technology, ideally within a regulated environment.
  • ● Proven track record of evaluating, selecting, and deploying robotics or automation technologies from concept to shop floor
  • ● Strong understanding of robotics hardware, integration, and automation architectures.
  • ● Knowledge of GMP requirements, data integrity (ALCOA+), and validation principles in regulated manufacturing
  • ● Strong collaborative skills with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders in a global matrix organization.
  • ● Excellent communication skills with fluency in English and Slovenian.
  • ● We offer permanent employment with 6 months of probation period. Submit your application with the CV in Slovenian and English language.
  • ● This role is based in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.
  • ● At Novartis, we're committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.
  • ● Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role:
  • ● Slovenia: 56 . 070 - 104 . 130
  • ● The salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.
  • ● Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.
  • ● In addition to your base salary, you will be eligible for benefits listed below:
  • ● Annual bonus for all employees : 15% of annual base salary.
  • ● Holiday allowance : In 2025 it amounted to 2,496 (net). For 2026 it amounts to 2,678.28 (net).
  • ● Yearly performance-based bonus : In 2025 it amounted to 2,538.64 (gross), including the winter allowance.
  • ● Voluntary supplementary pension insurance : Novartis in Slovenia provides voluntary supplementary pension insurance (5.844% of gross salary, capped annually at 3,054.65).
  • ● I nsurance : Additional accident insurance : During employment at Novartis, the employee is insured 24/7 in the event of death or disability resulting from an accident. Specialist insurance : Group health insurance providing faster access to specialist healthcare services at Triglav Health Insurance Company d.d. for you and your family members.