Automation Engineer/Project Engineer: Digital Manufacturing and Data Lab 100% (a)

Bachem Holding AG; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

60% employer contribution to pension fund

Access to benefits platform with discounts

Fresh meals in staff restaurant

Variety of free sports activities

Job summary

Bachem Holding AG is seeking an Automation Engineer/Project Engineer to enhance their Digital Manufacturing and Data Lab. This role is essential for building and operating digital manufacturing solutions, emphasizing process automation and simulation.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Siemens PCS7, solid understanding of automation hardware, and strong problem-solving skills. Opportunities for internal development, training, and a dynamic work environment are provided.

Qualifications

• University degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Hands‑on experience with process control systems, ideally Siemens PCS7, WinCC, and Simatic Batch.
• Solid understanding of automation hardware, PLCs, controllers, and field instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain the Digital Manufacturing & Data Lab infrastructure.
• Develop and support Siemens PCS7 systems for lab environments.
• Participate in automation and digitalization projects from requirements gathering to implementation.

Skills

Hands-on experience with process control systems

Solid understanding of automation hardware

Practical knowledge of IT/OT infrastructure

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to translate user needs into technical solutions

Education

University degree in Automation Engineering or related field

Tools

Siemens PCS7

WinCC

SIMIT

VMware

Job description

Automation Engineer/Project Engineer: Digital Manufacturing and Data Lab 100% (m/w/d)

Bachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides. With over 50 years of experience and expertise Bachem provides products for research, clinical development and commercial application to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide and offers a comprehensive range of services. Bachem operates internationally with headquarters in Switzerland and locations in Europe, the US and Asia. The company is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. For further information, see www.bachem.com.

As Automation Engineer/Project Engineerfor the Digital Manufacturing & Data Lab 100% (m/w/d), you will play a central role in building, operating, and advancing our laboratory environment for digital manufacturing solutions. You will combine expertise in process automation, simulation, and lab infrastructure to enable engineers, data scientists, and developers to design, test, and deploy innovative solutions.

With a strong focus on PCS7-based automation systems, SIMIT simulations, and lab infrastructure, you will act as a technical allrounder bridging automation, IT/OT development systems, and user enablement. Your work will directly support experimentation, prototyping, and scaling of digital and automation solutions across TechOps and manufacturing.

Your Tasks:

• Design, implement, and maintain the Digital Manufacturing & Data Lab infrastructure, including automation systems, virtualized environments, and network setups
• Develop, configure, and support Siemens PCS7 systems (incl. WinCC, Simatic Batch) for lab and pilot environments
• Build and maintain simulation capabilities and digital twins using SIMIT, enabling virtual commissioning, testing, and training scenarios
• Administer and operate lab IT/OT infrastructure, including virtualization, systems, and network components
• Integrate controllers, field devices, and lab equipment into cohesive automation and data environments
• Provide and maintain internal tools, templates, and automation libraries for users of the lab
• Support users (engineers, data scientists) in utilizing lab systems for experiments, testing, and troubleshooting
• Participate in automation and digitalization projects, from requirements gathering to prototyping and implementation
• Maintain system documentation, ensure configuration management, and support testing activities where applicable
• Identify opportunities to improve the lab environment and introduce new technologies and best practices

Your Profile:

• University degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• Hands‑on experience with process control systems, ideally Siemens PCS7, WinCC, and Simatic Batch, as well as simulation tools such as SIMIT or similar platforms
• Solid understanding of automation hardware, PLCs, controllers, field instrumentation, system integration, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., OPC UA, Profinet, Modbus)
• Practical knowledge of IT/OT infrastructure, including virtualization, Windows administration, TCP/IP networking, virtual environments (e.g., VMware, Proxmox), and network segmentation in lab setups
• Exposure to data systems (e.g., historians, MES, analytics platforms), their integration with automation systems, and experience in virtual commissioning and digital twin approaches
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to work across disciplines, act as a technical allrounder, and translate user needs into practical technical solutions
• Dedicated, self‑driven, structured, and collaborative personality with a hands‑on mindset; solid knowledge of German is considered a strong plus

Our offer:

• A dynamic and growing work environment with internal development opportunities
• Support through internal and external training opportunities
• 60% employer contribution to the pension fund and the option for additional voluntary savings
• Access to the Swibeco benefits platform with discounts at external partners
• Fresh, healthy meals in our staff restaurant and a variety of free sports activities on campus