Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better. Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries , extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future. **Objectives/Purpose of Job:** The Senior Controls / Automation Engineer will lead multiple automation and improvement projects and support the daily operation of process automation systems across the manufacturing site. Project work may include controls systems design and implementation, systems integration, small-to-large scale automation equipment builds, and equipment / systems improvements to existing manufacturing equipment. This is an on-site Global Pharma & Med Device Engineering position based in Tampa, FL. **Key Activities/Responsibilities:** • Lead and drive automation and process engineering projects including scope, resource planning, budget activities and project execution timeline. Provide inputs for Capital plans. Communicate status of project activities and milestones to key stakeholders on a regular basis. • Develop and manage project charters, schedules and detailed work plans in order to meet stated goals. • Working with cross-functional teams, develop User and Functional Requirements for manufacturing equipment and integration. Lead internal and external design reviews. • Identify innovative technical and process solutions that drive desired performance in cost, quality, compliance, customer service and revenue. • Engage cross-disciplined resources to support implementation of improvements aligned with site priorities. • Gather and analyze critical data necessary to drive Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) and reliability improvements. • Support development of validation strategies, write and execute validation protocols, and complete associated validation reports. Support process and equipment IQ/OQ/PQ/PV validations. • Provide technical and process support to operations as a Controls / Automation Subject Matter Expert to Diagnose complex manufacturing technical issues and resolve downtime situations in a timely manner. **Qualifications/Training:** Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or other relevant Engineering degree with Controls and Automation experience. Experience: • Minimum of 7 years related experience with development, integration and project leadership of automated control systems including PLCs, motion control, robotics, HMIs and SCADA control systems software, preferably in a regulated environment. Desired Skills: • Pharma and/or Medical Device manufacturing engineering experience. Aseptic and/or solutions manufacturing engineering with emphasis on automated equipment design. • Working knowledge of 21CFR Part 11 Compliance, Data Integrity and relevant industrial codes. • Familiarity with Machine Vision systems applications, industrial networks and switch configurations. • Familiarity with MES systems and relational Database designs for the purpose of systems integration. • A self-starter able to achieve project goals with minimal supervision. • Capable of working independently or on project teams as required. • Excellent project management, cross functional leadership, and organizational skills. • Strong problem solving, conflict resolution, verbal and written communications, negotiation and teamwork skills. • Lean / Six Sigma experience; certification is a plus. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Job Applicants should be aware of job offer scams perpetrated through the use of the Internet and social media platforms. To learn more please read Bausch+Lomb's Job Offer Fraud Statement (https://hcm2preview.sapsf.eu/bauschhealT4/Bausch\_job\_posting\_statement.docx) . Our Benefit Programs: https://www.bausch.com/careers/benefits/ Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. \#LI-KF