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Automation Engineering Manager
Pfizer INC · 🇺🇸 United States - North Carolina - Rocky Mount
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 40 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 9 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Pfizer INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Manager, Statistical Data Sciences Lead” (Data Scientists) in NC: $109k–$109k, median $109k. Most were filed at wage level II (100%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 40 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 9 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
USE YOUR POWER FOR PURPOSE The Automation Engineering Manager is a member of the Site Digital & Automation Team and is accountable for leading automation operations, lifecycle management, and production continuity across site automation and digital systems supporting manufacturing operations. This role provides leadership, direction, and governance across automation engineering activities, ensuring reliable, compliant, and efficient operation of production-critical systems. The role works in close collaboration with Operations, Engineering, and Core Digital & Automation partners. WHAT YOU WILL ACHIEVE Automation Operations & Production Continuity • Lead automation operations to ensure production continuity and system reliability across the site. • Serve as escalation point for automation-related production issues and coordinate resolution across teams. • Provide guidance to Operations and Engineering on automation system performance and risks. • Ensure smooth transition of systems from project delivery into business-as-usual operations. Automation Maintenance, Lifecycle Support • Own automation lifecycle management ensuring systems remain compliant, validated, and fit for purpose. • Establish and enforce standards for lifecycle documentation, change management, and validation. • Oversee regulatory compliance aligned with GMP, GAMP, and audit requirements. • Drive periodic reviews, system upgrades, and proactive lifecycle planning. Incident, Crisis & Business Continuity Support • Lead site-level response to major automation incidents and crises impacting production. • Ensure effective Business Continuity Plan (BCP) readiness, testing, and execution. • Coordinate cross-functional and vendor support during high-severity events. • Ensure incident documentation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions are completed. Control Systems & Automation Infrastructure Management • Manage control systems and automation infrastructure including DCS, PLC, SCADA, HMI, and related systems. • Drive governance of system changes, upgrades, and infrastructure improvements. • Oversee vendor engagement, system integration, and technology roadmap execution. • Ensure alignment to site and network architecture standards. Process Automation & Continuous Improvement • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance automation and manufacturing systems performance and reliability. • Drive standardization of automation practices and coding standards. • Enable data-driven decision making and performance optimization. Leadership & Stakeholder Management • Provide technical and operational guidance across automation activities. • Drive stakeholder engagement across Operations, Engineering, and Digital teams. • Ensure alignment with site priorities and network strategies. Key Attributes, Skills & Competencies • Strong leadership capabilities. • Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing automation systems and lifecycle management. • Deep understanding of GMP and validated environments. • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. • Ability to work independently while leading projects and deliverables. • Ability to influence cross-functional teams and deliver tangible results. HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED (Minimum Requirements) • Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience; OR a master's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience; OR as associate's degree with 8 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience. • Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Automation, Mechatronic, Chemical, or Computer Science Engineering. • Extensive experience in automation engineering within pharmaceutical or GMP en