Senior Data Engineer

NNE; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

NNE in Bangalore, India, seeks a Senior Data Engineer for Manufacturing Intelligence (Data Platforms). You will join the PI Historian team within Automation and IT, collaborating with teams in Denmark and the US to deliver data-driven pharma facility digitalization projects.

The role requires 7–12 years of experience in pharma/biotech, strong GMP knowledge, and hands-on PI system expertise. You will work on validation, data integration, and cross-functional project delivery in a global setting.

Qualifications

• B.Tech/B.E./M.Tech in IT, Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years of pharma/biotech or life science experience.
• Experience with GMP, data historian systems, data collection and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain PI Data Archive, PI Asset Framework, and various PI Interfaces.
• Configure and validate PI interfaces for integration with automation and IT systems.
• Serve as SME for protocol review and validation and document validation protocols (IV/OV, IQ/PQ/OQ, FAT/UAT).
• Troubleshoot and optimize PI system performance, including interface/data flow.
• Collaborate with Denmark and US teams to deliver milestones.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Cross-cultural communication

Problem solving

Education

B.Tech/B.E./M.Tech in IT/Engineering

Tools

Aveva PI System

PI Data Archive

PI Asset Framework

PI Interfaces

PI RDBMS Interface

TIMS/HP-ALM

SQL

PowerShell

Job description

Senior Data Engineer – Manufacturing Intelligence (Data Platforms)

Make your talent count at NNE:

We are experts in end-to-end pharma engineering and our success is built on our relationships, both with our colleagues and our customers. If you want to work on projects shaping the future of sustainable and intelligent pharma facilities, NNE is the place to be.

Why should you join us?

You will join our PI Historian team, an integral part of the Automation and IT organization in NNE, collaborating closely with colleagues in Denmark and the US. Within the Manufacturing Intelligence department, we have built a highly skilled and passionate team working on interdisciplinary projects in the pharmaceutical industry. Our projects range from feasibility studies and concept designs to the handover of fully operational facilities, spanning large greenfield projects to medium-sized revamp and digitalization initiatives.

Location: Bangalore, India

Seniority: 7-12 years

Department: Manufacturing Intelligence (Data Platforms)

How you might spend your days (Main Roles & Responsibilities)

As a Senior PI Engineer, you’ll be working with a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team where your daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Install, configure, and maintain PI Data Archive, PI Asset Framework, and various PI Interfaces (e.g., PI 800xA, PI Batch Interface, PI to PAS-X Interface, PI BMI Interface , PI RDBMS Interface).
• Configure and validate PI interfaces for integration with automation and IT systems.
• Function as the Project Subject Matter Expert (SME) for protocol review and validation.
• Execute and document validation protocols (IV/OV, IQ/PQ/OQ, FAT/UAT) to ensure compliance.
• Troubleshoot and optimize PI system performance, including interface connectivity and data flow.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues in Denmark and the US to deliver project milestones.
• Leverage TIMS/HP-ALM/Testing tool for test management and documentation.
• Apply your pharma industry understanding and GMP knowledge to deliver high-quality documentation and validation protocols.
• Apply basic knowledge of firewalls, networks, and ports to support secure data integration.
• Utilize basic SQL and PowerShell for data extraction and automation tasks (preferred).
• Act as a strong team player and self-driven contributor in interdisciplinary project teams.

Who You Are (Preferred Competencies)

We care about who you are as a person. In the end, how you work, and your energy is what impacts the effort we do as a team. As a person, you:

• Demonstrate strong leadership by guiding teams with a collaborative mindset and a drive to deliver results.
• Are a strong team player with a collaborative mindset and a drive to get things done.
• Are self-driven, proactive, and eager to make a difference in a global team.
• Thrive in a dynamic, cross-disciplinary environment with colleagues across Denmark, the US, and India.
• Have robust problem-solving skills and an analytical mindset.
• Are enthusiastic about learning and sharing knowledge in the field of manufacturing intelligence and automation.

The Miles You’ve Walked (Education And Work Experience)

In all positions there are some things that are needed, and others a bonus. We believe these qualifications are needed for you to do well in this role:

• B. Tech/B.E./M. Tech within IT, Engineering, or equivalent work experience
• You have minimum 4 years of experience within pharma/biotech or life science industry
• You have experience with large engineering projects in the industrial and or life-science sectors, experience in pharmaceutical industry is an advantage
• You have experience with GMP, data historian systems, data collection and reporting in the life science industry.

Soft skills:

• Strong collaboration skills and cross cultural communication; comfortable working closely with colleagues in Denmark and the US.
• Self driven, exhibits strong leadership, proactive, and accountable; able to take ownership and deliver independently as well as in a team.
• Robust problem solving and analytical mindset; able to troubleshoot complex interface/data flow issues methodically.
• Quality and compliance oriented; structured documentation habits aligned with GxP validation practices.
• Clear, concise communicator—able to translate technical topics for non technical stakeholders.
• Stakeholder management and expectation setting; builds trust through transparency and follow through.
• Adaptable and organized; prioritizes effectively in fast paced, multi project environments.
• Continuous improvement mindset; eager to learn, share knowledge, and refine processes/tools.
• Attention to detail with a strong sense of integrity and data stewardship.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Certifications:

Aveva PI System Infrastructure Specialist , Aveva PI System Installation Specialist (preferred)

We’re experts bound by a noble cause and driven by passion:

NNE is short for Novo Nordisk Engineering. And for all of us who work here, NNE means so much more. Some of us are driven by working on highly complex projects together with other leading experts. Others are inspired by a work environment with flat hierarchy and flexible conditions. And some love the fact that they work for a world leading engineering consultancy within the pharma industry. If there's one thing, we all share, it's the passion for what we do. Together we design and build pharma facilities that are essential for millions of patients all over the world.

Deadline of application is 31st May 2026