Automation Engineer m/f/d

Aristo Group; Oberwallis; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aristo Group is seeking an automation professional to design, implement, and support Emerson DeltaV solutions for pharma and biotech CAPEX projects. You will configure DeltaV modules, graphics, alarms, and interfaces while maintaining strict GMP and data integrity standards.

Responsibilities include creating validation-ready documentation, supporting architecture design, troubleshooting, and participating in change control and risk assessments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience with Emerson DeltaV automation systems within pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, or industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of process control systems, instrumentation, and automation architectures.
• Experience in GMP-regulated environments and supporting validation activities.
• Familiarity with CAPEX project execution and commissioning processes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement Emerson DeltaV automation solutions for CAPEX projects.
• Configure DeltaV modules, graphics, alarms, and system interfaces per standards.
• Develop and maintain automation documentation including specs and validation records.
• Support system architecture design, hardware configuration, and third-party interfaces.
• Troubleshoot automation, hardware, software, and communication issues during projects and operations.
• Participate in change control, deviations, risk assessments, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with process, engineering, IT/OT, validation, and operations teams to deliver solutions.
• Provide technical support during startup, handover, and operational phases.

Skills

Emerson DeltaV

Process control systems

GMP experience

CSV documentation

CAPEX projects

System integration

Education

Automation/Electrical/CS degree

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

Industrial networks

Job description

• Design, develop, and implement Emerson DeltaV automation solutions for pharmaceutical and biotech CAPEX projects.
• Configure DeltaV control modules, equipment modules, phases, recipes, graphics, alarms, and system interfaces in accordance with company standards.
• Develop and maintain automation documentation, including functional specifications, design specifications, test protocols, and validation records.
• Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with GMP, GAMP, and data integrity requirements.
• Support system architecture design, hardware configuration, network integration, and interface development with third-party systems.
• Troubleshoot automation, hardware, software, and communication issues during project execution and operational support.
• Participate in change control, deviation investigations, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with process, engineering, IT/OT, validation, and operations teams to deliver fit-for-purpose automation solutions.
• Provide technical support during startup, handover, and operational phases of the project lifecycle.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience with Emerson DeltaV automation systems within pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of process control systems, instrumentation, and automation architectures.
• Experience working within GMP-regulated environments and supporting validation activities.
• Familiarity with CAPEX project execution and commissioning processes is advantageous.

Technical Skills

• Emerson DeltaV configuration and system administration.
• GxP documentation and computerized system validation (CSV).
• Process control design and automation lifecycle management.
• System integration, networking, and industrial communication protocols.
• Troubleshooting and root cause analysis of automation systems.
• Understanding of GMP, GAMP, and data integrity requirements.