EI&C Software Application Engineer

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

Job summary

SGI is seeking an EI&C Software Application Engineer for an on-site, 12-month contract in Visp, Switzerland. The role combines software development, automation, IT/OT integration, and application support in a highly regulated GMP/GxP environment.

You will design, develop, test, and deploy automation software connected to DCS, MES, and data historians, using VBA, PowerShell, C#, and SQL, with Git version control. Collaboration across multiple teams is essential to success.

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline.
• Strong IT background covering software development, databases, networking, and system integration.
• Experience with industrial automation/manufacturing systems such as DCS, MES, or data historian platforms.
• Programming/scripting knowledge in VBA, PowerShell, C#, and SQL.
• Understanding of software lifecycle management and application support.
• Previous experience within a GMP-regulated environment, including GxP-compliant documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, maintain, and enhance automation and manufacturing software applications.
• Design and integrate solutions connected to DCS, MES, data historians, databases, and other manufacturing systems.
• Develop software and scripts using VBA, PowerShell, C#, and SQL, with Git-based version control.
• Create software design specifications, functional specifications, and engineering documentation in line with GMP/GxP requirements.
• Support interfaces and data exchange between OT and IT systems.
• Perform software testing, commissioning, qualification, and deployment.
• Troubleshoot software and system issues and participate in root cause analysis.
• Improve existing applications to increase reliability, performance, and usability.
• Collaborate across Automation, Manufacturing, Validation, Quality, and IT teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, data integrity, change management, and validation requirements.

Skills

Software Development

C#

PowerShell

VBA

SQL

IT/OT Integration

DCS

MES

DeltaV

Syncade

PI System

GxP

GMP

CSV/CSA

System Testing

Commissioning

Troubleshooting

Git

Education

Degree in Automation Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or IT

Tools

DCS

MES

DeltaV

Syncade

PI System

Job description

EI&C Software Application Engineer

Location: Visp, Switzerland Work Model: 100% on-site Contract: 12 months, with possibility of extension

We are looking for an experienced EI&C Software Application Engineer to support automation and manufacturing software applications within a highly regulated environment. This role combines software development, industrial automation, IT/OT integration, and application support, working closely with Automation, Manufacturing, Validation, Quality, and IT teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, maintain, and enhance automation and manufacturing software applications.
• Design and integrate solutions connected to DCS, MES, data historians, databases, and other manufacturing systems.
• Develop software and scripts using VBA, PowerShell, C#, and SQL, with Git-based version control.
• Create software design specifications, functional specifications, and engineering documentation in line with GMP/GxP requirements.
• Support interfaces and data exchange between OT and IT systems.
• Perform software testing, commissioning, qualification, and deployment.
• Troubleshoot software and system issues and participate in root cause analysis.
• Improve existing applications to increase reliability, performance, and usability.
• Collaborate across Automation, Manufacturing, Validation, Quality, and IT teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, data integrity, change management, and validation requirements.

Your Profile

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline.
• Strong IT background covering software development, databases, networking, and system integration.
• Experience with industrial automation/manufacturing systems such as DCS, MES, or data historian platforms.
• Programming/scripting knowledge in VBA, PowerShell, C#, and SQL.
• Understanding of software lifecycle management and application support.
• Previous experience within a GMP-regulated environment, including GxP-compliant documentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Fluent English and/or German.

Nice to Have

• Experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences manufacturing.
• Knowledge of DeltaV, Syncade, PI System, or comparable industrial platforms.
• Familiarity with CSV/CSA methodologies, software validation, and data integrity requirements.
• Understanding of OT infrastructure and cybersecurity principles.

Key Skills

• Software Development
• C#
• PowerShell
• VBA
• SQL
• DCS
• MES
• DeltaV
• Syncade
• PI System
• IT/OT Integration
• GxP
• GMP
• CSV/CSA
• System Testing
• Commissioning
• Troubleshooting
• Git

We believe in equal opportunity for all and actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.