Responsibilities
You are a technical expert (SME) for process automation (DSP) within a major CAPEX project (> CHF 100 million)
Design, develop, and implement automation solutions (Level 0–2.5) for downstream unit operations: Chromatography, Filtration (UF/DF, TFF), Purification processes
Translate process requirements into automation concepts, batch logic and control strategies
Review and optimize automation designs and system architectures in collaboration with external partners
Integrate systems into the overall automation landscape (DCS, PLC, MES, Historian)
Ensure compliance with GMP, GAMP5, data integrity and validation requirements
Coordinate and lead external engineering firms, system integrators and contractors
Collaborate closely with Engineering, MSAT, IT/OT, and Quality
Support the project from concept phase through commissioning, qualification, and handover
Contribute to standardization and development of automation concepts for the new site
Ensure delivery in terms of quality, budget, and timeline
Requirements
Degree in automation, chemical engineering, biotechnology or a related field
At least 8–10 years of experience in automation within pharmaceutical or biotech environments
Strong expertise in downstream process automation (chromatography, filtration, purification)
DCS system (Siemens PCS7, PCSneo), PLC (e.g. Siemens TIA Portal), SCADA (WinCC) and batch control
Experience with MES, historian and data/PAT integration
Solid understanding of GMP, GAMP5 and CQV processes (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Proven experience in CAPEX projects and interdisciplinary teams
Independent, structured working style with high responsibility
High resilience and flexibility
Very good knowledge of English; German is a plus.
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You are a technical expert (SME) for process automation (DSP) within a major CAPEX project (> CHF 100 million)
Design, develop, and implement automation solutions (Level 0–2.5) for downstream unit operations: Chromatography, Filtration (UF/DF, TFF), Purification processes
Translate process requirements into automation concepts, batch logic and control strategies
Review and optimize automation designs and system architectures in collaboration with external partners
Integrate systems into the overall automation landscape (DCS, PLC, MES, Historian)
Ensure compliance with GMP, GAMP5, data integrity and validation requirements
Coordinate and lead external engineering firms, system integrators and contractors
Collaborate closely with Engineering, MSAT, IT/OT, and Quality
Support the project from concept phase through commissioning, qualification, and handover
Contribute to standardization and development of automation concepts for the new site
Ensure delivery in terms of quality, budget, and timeline
Requirements
Degree in automation, chemical engineering, biotechnology or a related field
At least 8–10 years of experience in automation within pharmaceutical or biotech environments
Strong expertise in downstream process automation (chromatography, filtration, purification)
DCS system (Siemens PCS7, PCSneo), PLC (e.g. Siemens TIA Portal), SCADA (WinCC) and batch control
Experience with MES, historian and data/PAT integration
Solid understanding of GMP, GAMP5 and CQV processes (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Proven experience in CAPEX projects and interdisciplinary teams
Independent, structured working style with high responsibility
High resilience and flexibility
Very good knowledge of English; German is a plus.
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Senior Process Automation Engineer, DSP Arbeitgeber: Jobtailor
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