Automation Engineer

agap2 Switzerland; Bern; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

agap2 is seeking an automation consultant to support pharmaceutical and biotech clients on site in a GMP-regulated environment. You will design, implement and validate automation solutions across PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS or MES systems, collaborating with engineering, production and quality teams.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in GMP pharma or life sciences, a relevant degree, and strong troubleshooting and English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Industrial IT or a related field.
• At least 2 years of GMP-regulated pharma/biotech life science experience.
• Experience with PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, MES or OT networks.
• Knowledge of GMP, GAMP 5 and data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement automation solutions in GMP environments.
• Configure and program PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS or MES systems.
• Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, qualification and validation activities.
• Troubleshoot automation, control and network issues.
• Develop and improve automation standards, procedures and documentation.
• Support batch control, recipe management and process monitoring.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and client stakeholders.
• Contribute to delivery of pharma and biotech projects.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Communication skills in English

German language (advantage)

Education

Degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Industrial IT or a related field

Tools

Siemens

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Emerson DeltaV

Syncade

Job description

agap2 is a European engineering and operational consulting group founded in 2005 and specialized in the industry. We work in the Pharma, Biotechnology, Medical Devices, Energy, Infrastructure, Transportation, Chemicals, and Information Technology sectors.

As a consultant, you will have to support our clients in the realization of their projects on site by bringing your expertise and your skills.

You are agile and eager to adapt to different work environments that will fuel your curiosity of seeing what's behind closed doors of the biggest projects of client's portfolio.

Tasks

You will work on the design, implementation, qualification and improvement of automation systems in GMP-regulated environments. Depending on your background, your expertise may focus on PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, MES or industrial networks.

You will collaborate with engineering, production, quality and validation teams on complex investment and improvement projects.

Your responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement automation solutions in GMP environments.
• Contribute to the configuration and programming of PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS or MES systems.
• Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, qualification and validation activities.
• Troubleshoot automation, control and communication issues.
• Develop and improve automation standards, procedures and technical documentation.
• Support batch control, recipe management, data integrity and process monitoring activities.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers and client stakeholders.
• Contribute to the delivery of strategic pharmaceutical and biotech projects.

Requirements

• Degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Industrial IT or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology or life science environment.
• Professional experience with at least one of the following: PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, MES, industrial automation or OT networks.
• Knowledge of automation systems and industrial communication technologies.Experience with one or more platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Emerson DeltaV or Syncade is an advantage.
• Understanding of GMP, GAMP 5, data integrity and qualification/validation principles.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently in a consulting and project-based environment.
• Good communication skills in English; German is a strong advantage.

Joining a group with strong development potential that aims to improve your employability on challenging and varied projects

• Joining a structure that has been established in Switzerland for a long time with a client portfolio that includes leaders in the sector
• Having a sustainable job with stability and access to a real collaboration
• Benefit from training with accredited and certified centers
• Having a local management team to support you in the achievement of your missions and in the development of your career
• Being part of a dynamic, committed team with real human values that we live by every day

Only applications from Swiss and EU citizens will be considered.