Pharma Automation Engineer: PLC/SCADA & GMP Impact

EUSA Pharma Ltd; Bardi; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

EUSA Pharma Ltd is seeking a Junior Automation Engineer to support and enhance plant automation across pharmaceutical manufacturing sites. You will engage in PLC/SCADA improvements, contribute to digitalization projects, and help ensure GMP compliance during commissioning and start-up activities.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of experience, basic PLC programming knowledge, familiarity with iFIX/Ignition, and knowledge of Profinet/Ethernet/IP/Modbus protocols.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of professional experience in automation engineering.
• Basic knowledge of PLC programming and automation platforms.
• Familiarity with HMI/SCADA (iFIX, Ignition).
• Knowledge of Profinet, Ethernet/IP and Modbus protocols.
• Understanding of OT architectures and industrial networks.
• GMP environment familiarity is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and team orientation.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance and management of plant automation systems at manufacturing sites.
• Assist in the implementation and enhancement of PLC and SCADA systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement and digitalization projects for manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot automated systems and coordinate with suppliers and site teams.
• Support CSV and qualification activities.
• Prepare and update technical documentation, SOPs, and intervention reports.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to ensure reliability and compliance.
• Participate in FAT, SAT, commissioning and start-up activities for new equipment.
• Ensure GMP, policies and safety compliance.
• Contribute to strategic decisions on future automation and technology implementations.

Tools

Siemens S7

Rockwell

ABB

Mitsubishi

Schneider Electric

Job description

EUSA Pharma Ltd is seeking a Junior Automation Engineer to support and enhance plant automation across pharmaceutical manufacturing sites. You will engage in PLC/SCADA improvements, contribute to digitalization projects, and help ensure GMP compliance during commissioning and start-up activities.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of experience, basic PLC programming knowledge, familiarity with iFIX/Ignition, and knowledge of Profinet/Ethernet/IP/Modbus protocols.