Automation Engineer

nemensis ag Schweiz; Luzern; On-site; CHF 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

nemensis ag is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer (m/f/d) for a temporary placement in Schachen (LU), Lucerne. You will act as the go-to expert for automation and control strategies across GMP manufacturing systems, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive transfer of processes from development to production.

Requirements include 5+ years in automation in biologics/pharma, knowledge of GAMP 5, DeltaV design and control strategies, and strong English skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience in automation controls.
• 3+ years experience in automation/engineering within biologics, pharma, food or medical devices.
• GAMP 5 knowledge and documentation practices.
• DeltaV batch design based on ISA S88/S95 standards.
• DeltaV control strategy and recipe configuration for process equipment.
• Familiar with DCS, MES and historian platforms; I/O networking protocols such as Ethernet/IP, OPC, Profinet, Modbus.
• Strong command of English (C1 level).

Responsibilities

• Act as the go-to specialist for automation and control strategies (DCS, MES, SCADA) across multiple manufacturing systems, GMP-compliant.
• Troubleshoot complex equipment and automation issues to boost performance.
• Drive transfer of process technologies from development into GMP-ready operations.
• Introduce innovative technologies, software and instrumentation to simplify workflows.
• Lead investigations into deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Support qualification activities by writing, reviewing and executing test documentation.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality and Validation teams and contribute to digital transformation projects.

Skills

Automation controls

GMP compliance

DeltaV batch design

DeltaV control strategy

ISA S88/S95

DCS

MES

I/O networking (Ethernet/IP)

OPC/Profinet/Modbus

English (C1)

Education

Degree in life-science or engineering

Tools

DeltaV

DCS

MES

Job description

Senior Automation Engineer (m/f/d)

Shape the Future of Biologics Manufacturing as a Senior Automation Engineer (m/f/d)

• Assignment period: 01.12.2026 – 30.11.2027
• Location: Schachen (LU)
• Employment type: Temporary placement via nemensis ag

For our client, an internationally active biopharmaceutical company based in the canton of Lucerne, we are looking for a Senior Automation Engineer (m/f/d). The company develops and manufactures innovative biologics for early-stage clinical supply in a state-of-the-art, multi-product facility and is recognized as a Top Employer in Switzerland and Europe.

Your responsibilities

• Act as the go-to specialist for automation and control strategies (DCS, MES, SCADA) across several manufacturing systems, keeping operations GMP-compliant
• Troubleshoot complex equipment and automation issues to boost performance and support new product introductions
• Drive the transfer of process technologies from early development into GMP-ready operations
• Introduce innovative technologies, software and instrumentation to simplify manufacturing workflows
• Lead investigations into deviations and implement effective corrective actions
• Support qualification activities by writing, reviewing and executing test documentation
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality and Validation teams, and contribute to digital transformation projects

What you bring

• Degree in a life-science or engineering discipline, or at least 5 years of hands‑on experience in automation controls
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in automation or engineering within biologics, pharma, food or medical device manufacturing
• Solid knowledge of computer system validation and change‑control procedures such as GAMP 5
• Hands‑on experience with DeltaV batch design based on ISA S88/S95 standards
• Practical knowledge of DeltaV control strategy and recipe configuration for process equipment
• Familiarity with DCS, MES and historian platforms; I/O networking protocols (Ethernet/IP, OPC, Profinet, Modbus) are a plus
• Strong command of English (C1 level), written and spoken

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