Associate Director of Automation

Role: Associate Director of Automation

Location: Waltham, MA

The AD, Automation will be responsible for overseeing the implementation, integration, and management of advanced building systems at AstraZeneca’s Boston R&D Sites. Individuals will set strategy and maintain playbook for all building instrumentation and systems. This role will have direct oversight of the Building Automation System (BAS) Such as ALC WebCTRL, and Building Operations System, ensuring that all building systems work harmoniously to optimize performance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort.

The manager must possess a deep understanding of BAS, Life Safety Systems, Security Systems, and Smart Building technologies, with a particular emphasis on cross-system integrations and the effective use of a Building Operating System platform (BOS) like Siemens BuildingX sustainability platform. 

Major Responsibilities 

• Managing the implementation, operation, and optimization of Smart Building systems, ensuring seamless integration across BAS, Life Safety, Security, and other building systems.  

• Develop and maintain sustainability metrics and dashboards that track energy and resource utilization, facilitating transparent reporting and continuous improvement. 

• Overseeing/managing the work of the BAS Lead and BOS Lead providing guidance and support to ensure successful project execution and system performance. Align BAS practices to other AZ R&D sites to meet similar reporting metrics & performance criteria. 

• Driving initiatives to enhance building performance through advanced analytics, data-driven decision-making, and the successful implementation of systems that optimize energy and resource consumption, based on predictive insights—maximizing operational efficiency while improving user comfort 

• Collaborating with internal teams and external vendors to design, implement, and maintain a robust Building Operating System (BOS) like Siemens BuildingX that supports cross-system integration and advanced building management. 

• Ensuring all building systems comply with industry regulations, company SOPs, and best practices. 

• Driving continuous improvement in building operations through the adoption of innovative technologies and methodologies. 

• Conducting regular assessments of building system performance, identifying opportunities for optimization and implementing solutions to enhance system efficiency and reliability. 

• Providing technical expertise and training to the facilities management team on Smart Building technologies, system integrations, and best practices. 

• Maintaining strong communication and collaboration with key stakeholders, including facilities management, IT, security teams, and external vendors. 

Qualifications and Requirements: 

• A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Building Automation, Information Technology, or a related field is required. 

• A minimum of