Knott Automation Projects

Delivering World-Class Solutions in Automation, MES, CSV & Industry 4.0

Principal Consultant: EUR ING Andrew Knott | BSc (Hons), Dipl Eng (Engineers Degree 5-years), MBA (Distinction - Leeds)

CEng, FIET, FInstMC, CMgr, FCMI, FAPM, PMP

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Executive Summary

I am a results-oriented Chartered Engineer with 30+ years of global experience in project management, Industry 4.0 (Automation, MES - SMART Manufacturing), and Computerised Systems Validation in Life Sciences.

My expertise bridges the gap between technical engineering (OT) and board-level strategy, ensuring digital transformation programmes deliver genuine commercial value.

Core Expertise

Business & Operations Management
Automation Strategy (PLC, SCADA, DCS)
Programme & Project Management
Manufacturing IT (MES, Historian, ERP Integration)
Computerised Systems Validation (CSV / GAMP 5)
Data Integrity & Cyber Security (OT)
Industry 4.0 / 5.0 Roadmap Definition

Career Timeline

Knott Automation Projects: Programme Director and Principal Consultant (2012–Present)
PM Group: Business Unit Director (AIS) (2009–2011)
Fluor: Business Unit Director (Process Automation) (1999–2008)
Kvaerner John Brown: Principal Engineer (1992–1998)
Siemens: Engineer to Technical Project Manager (1978–1991)