Automation Senior Engineer (m/f/d)

Pfizer; Freiburg im Breisgau; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Pfizer in Freiburg im Breisgau is seeking an Automation Senior Engineer (m/f/d) on site to support production-critical automation and digital systems. You will act as a technical liaison across Operations, Manufacturing and Engineering, driving continuous improvement, incident response, and lifecycle management.

The role requires strong GMP/GAMP knowledge and hands-on experience with DCS/SCADA/PLC platforms.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering as listed.
• Significant hands-on experience with automation control systems in pharma/GMP.
• Strong knowledge of GAMP guidelines for validated computer systems.

Aufgaben

• Provide day-to-day operational and technical support for production-critical automation and digital systems.
• Act as technical point of contact for Operations, Manufacturing and Engineering partners.
• Support investigations, deviations and unplanned events with root-cause analysis and SME input.
• Support NPI projects and transitions of systems from project delivery to BAU operations.
• Maintain automation systems in a validated and compliant state per GMP and change-management requirements.
• Contribute to incident response and coordination with cross-functional teams to restore system availability.

Kenntnisse

Automation lifecycle management

Root-cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean / Six Sigma

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Automation/Mechatronic/Chemical/CS

Tools

DeltaV DCS

PLCs

SCADA

HMI/PC-based systems

Jobbeschreibung

Every day, colleagues at Pfizer around the world work to improve and advance well-being, prevention, treatment, and chances of recovery from the serious diseases of our time. We’ve been working to make a difference for everyone who relies on us for more than 170 years. As we develop medicines and vaccines and expand our business globally, we are always on the lookout for new talent.

We are currently looking for you in Freiburg as: Automation Senior Engineer (m/f/d) On Site at Freiburg im Breisgau

Responsibilities

• Automation Operations & Production Continuity
  • Provide day‑to‑day operational and technical support for production‑critical automation and digital systems.
  • Act as a key technical point of contact for Operations, Manufacturing, and Engineering partners for run‑state automation systems.
  • Support investigations, deviations, and unplanned events by providing automation subject matter expertise and technical root‑cause analysis.
  • Support NPI projects, new equipment introductions, and the transition of systems from project delivery into BAU operations.
• Automation Maintenance, Lifecycle Support
  • Maintain automation systems in a validated and compliant state, ensuring adherence to GMP, GAMP, and formal change‑management requirements.
  • Develop, update, and review automation lifecycle documentation including requirements, design specifications, SOPs, and periodic reviews.
  • Ensure statutory and regulatory maintenance requirements are met and support regulatory audits and inspections as required.
• Incident, Crisis & Business Continuity Support
  • Participate in real‑time incident response for automation and digital systems, including fault diagnosis, escalation, and recovery support.
  • Collaborate with site, network, and core Digital & Automation support teams to restore system availability and minimise production impact.
  • Support site Business Continuity Plans (BCP) execution and testing.
  • Operate in alignment with site SLAs and response targets.
  • Document incidents, root causes, and resolution actions.
  • Engage and coordinate with vendors as required.
• Control Systems & Automation Infrastructure Management
  • Provide hands‑on technical support across the automation lifecycle for DCS, PLC, SCADA, HMI, and PC‑based production systems.
  • Design, test, deliver and manage automation software across its lifecycle, from initial introduction through to retirement, in line with site coding standards and good engineering practices.
  • Implement system and software changes using formal change‑control and validation processes.
  • Support the specification, supplier engagement, development, installation, and commissioning of automation system upgrades.
• Process Automation & Continuous Improvement
  • Contribute to automation and manufacturing systems continuous improvement initiatives using Lean / Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Apply strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to improve system reliability, data integrity, and operational performance.
  • Participate as a technical contributor in cross‑functional problem‑solving and standardisation initiatives.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within assigned systems or areas.

Key Attributes, Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of business processes and operational acumen within manufacturing environments.
• Expert knowledge of manufacturing automation systems including DeltaV DCS, PLCs, SCADA, and PC‑based platforms.
• Strong understanding of automation lifecycle management and experience in supporting audits in regulated / validated GMP environments.
• Proven troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis skills in operational manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications, Experience & Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Automation, Mechatronic, Chemical, or Computer Science Engineering.
• Significant hands‑on experience supporting automation control systems in pharmaceutical or GMP manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of GAMP guidelines applicable to validated computer systems.
• Experience supporting automation projects, vendor interaction, and lifecycle documentation activities.

Company Values

Breakthroughs that change patients' lives – To fulfill our company purpose, our actions are guided by a values‑driven corporate culture. Pfizer’s values are: Courage, Excellence, Equity & Joy.

Courage: A bold approach to achieving our goals is reflected in our company‑wide strategy of digital transformation. Our flat hierarchies enable short decision‑making paths.

Excellence: We focus on what truly matters, take responsibility, measure progress, and collaborate with trust. Together, we embrace an agile way of working that encourages our colleagues to balance their personal and professional lives while driving personal development.

Equity: We believe that diverse experiences are valuable, which is why every opinion is heard and appreciated. These experiences and perspectives enrich the entire company. We foster a diverse and inclusive work environment where colleagues engage in various Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) groups such as Empowered Women, LGBT*IQ, DisAbility, and X-Gen.

Joy: When we find meaning in our work, we also receive a lot in return. We achieve this by taking pride in our contributions, appreciating one another, and sharing this joy and recognition. Our BRAVO Award program offers a meaningful way to do so. Our employees also benefit during working hours from a comprehensive occupational health management program called “Pfizer in Balance.” We believe in participation and actively involve our employees in our social engagement. This helps create a shared understanding of values and enables everyone to embody and promote them in their daily work.

Opportunities to get involved socially include our Engagement Days, online mentoring for refugees, and much more.

Of course, we offer fair compensation according to the IGBCE collective agreement, as well as attractive retirement benefits and many other perks.

EEO/DEI Statement

Pfizer garantiert Chancengleichheit während des gesamten Bewerbungsprozesses sowie die Einhaltung der lokalen Gesetzgebungen in den jeweiligen Ländern, in denen Pfizer agiert.

Pfizer schließt jegliche diskriminierende Faktoren aus, die u. a. das Geschlecht und Alter, die ethnische Zugehörigkeit, Religion oder Weltanschauung, sexuelle Orientierung oder Behinderung betreffen.

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