EI&C Software Application Engineer

Panda International; Oberwallis; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda International in Switzerland is seeking an EI&C Software Application Engineer to develop, configure, integrate, and maintain automation software within a GMP‑regulated environment.

You will work with DCS, MES, historians, and related systems using VBA, PowerShell, C#, SQL, and Git, supporting testing, commissioning, qualification, deployment, and ongoing improvements while coordinating with Automation, Manufacturing, Validation, Quality, and IT teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Strong IT background with knowledge of software development, databases, networking, and system integrations.
• Experience with automation and manufacturing systems such as DCS, MES, or data historian platforms.
• Knowledge of programming and scripting languages including VBA, PowerShell, C#, and SQL.
• Understanding of software lifecycle management and application support.
• Experience working in GMP-regulated environments and creating GxP-compliant documentation.
• Experience developing software solutions and integrating systems across manufacturing environments.
• Experience with software testing, commissioning, qualification, and deployment.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, root cause investigation, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of IT/OT system integration, data exchange, and system interfaces.
• Knowledge of change management and version control.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Fluent English and/or German

Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, integrate, and maintain automation and manufacturing software applications.
• Support software testing, commissioning, qualification, deployment, troubleshooting, and application improvements.
• Collaborate with Automation, Manufacturing, Validation, Quality, and IT teams to ensure GMP and data integrity compliance.
• Maintain GxP-compliant engineering documentation and change management records.

Skills

Strong IT background

Analytical thinking

GxP documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Information Technology

Tools

VBA

PowerShell

C#

SQL

Job description

EI&C Software Application Engineer | Automation & Manufacturing Systems

Job Description

A global life sciences organisation is seeking an experienced EI&C Software Application Engineer to develop, configure, integrate, and maintain automation and manufacturing software applications within a GMP-regulated environment. This role requires a strong IT and software background, combined with experience in automation systems, databases, system integration, and GxP-compliant engineering documentation.

In this role, you will develop and integrate solutions connected to DCS, MES, historians, databases, and related manufacturing systems. You will work with technologies including VBA, PowerShell, C#, SQL, and Git-based version control, while supporting software testing, commissioning, qualification, deployment, troubleshooting, and application improvements. You will collaborate closely with Automation, Manufacturing, Validation, Quality, and IT teams and ensure compliance with GMP, cybersecurity, data integrity, and change management requirements.

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline


• Strong IT background with knowledge of software development, databases, networking, and system integrations


• Experience with automation and manufacturing systems such as DCS, MES, or data historian platforms


• Knowledge of programming and scripting languages including VBA, PowerShell, C#, and SQL


• Understanding of software lifecycle management and application support


• Experience working in GMP-regulated environments and creating GxP-compliant documentation


• Experience developing software solutions and integrating systems across manufacturing environments


• Experience with software testing, commissioning, qualification, and deployment


• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, root cause investigation, and problem-solving skills


• Understanding of IT/OT system integration, data exchange, and system interfaces


• Knowledge of change management and version control


• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills


• Fluent English and/or German

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences manufacturing


• Knowledge of DeltaV, Syncade, PI System, or similar industrial software platforms


• Familiarity with software validation, CSV/CSA methodologies, and data integrity requirements


• Understanding of OT infrastructure and cybersecurity principles

Practicalities

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: 1-year contract with possibility of extension

Working Model: 100% site-based

Team: Cross-functional collaboration with Automation, Manufacturing, Validation, Quality, and IT teams

Interested? Send your CV to Miguel Gomes at [e-mail] or call [phone] / [phone] to discuss the opportunity.