Automation Engineer - GMP Pharma & Biotech

Contract type
Freelance
Work mode
Remote · Switzerland, EU
Experience
Mid-level · 2+ years

Job description

Automation consultant supporting agap2's pharmaceutical and biotech clients on site, designing, implementing and qualifying automation systems in GMP-regulated environments.

At a glance

Work mode
Remote · Switzerland, EU
Languages
English, German

What you'll do

  • Design, develop and implement automation solutions in GMP environments.
  • Contribute to the configuration and programming of PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS or MES systems.
  • Support FAT, SAT, commissioning, qualification and validation activities.
  • Troubleshoot automation, control and communication issues.
  • Develop and improve automation standards, procedures and technical documentation.
  • Support batch control, recipe management, data integrity and process monitoring activities.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers and client stakeholders.
  • Contribute to the delivery of strategic pharmaceutical and biotech projects.

What we're looking for

  • Degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Industrial IT or a related field.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology or life science environment.
  • Professional experience with at least one of the following: PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, MES, industrial automation or OT networks.
  • Knowledge of automation systems and industrial communication technologies.
  • Understanding of GMP, GAMP 5, data integrity and qualification/validation principles.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a consulting and project-based environment.
  • Good communication skills in English.

Nice to have

  • Experience with one or more platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Emerson DeltaV or Syncade.
  • German is a strong advantage.

Benefits

Joining a group with strong development potential that aims to improve your employability on challenging and varied projects

Joining a structure that has been established in Switzerland for a long time with a client portfolio that includes leaders in the sector

  • Having a sustainable job with stability and access to a real collaboration
  • Benefit from training with accredited and certified centers
  • Having a local management team to support you in the achievement of your missions and in the development of your career
  • Being part of a dynamic, committed team with real human values that we live by every day

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About agap2 - HIQ Consulting

European engineering and operational consulting group founded in 2005 and specialized in the industry. We work in the Pharma, Biotechnology, Medical Devices, Energy, Infrastructure, Transportation, Chemicals, and Information Technology sectors.

Key facts

  • 2005
  • Engineering and operational consulting
  • European engineering and operational consulting group
  • Established in Switzerland for a long time with a client portfolio that includes leaders in the sector

What they value

  • Dynamic
  • Committed
  • Real human values