Automation Engineer / Software Tester

Founded in 1968, SKAN is a pioneer in cleanroom equipment and the development of isolators for the pharmaceutical industry. Innovative products, tailor-made solutions and an effective service organisation have made SKAN a market leader and a key partner to industry and research laboratories.

At SKAN, healthy growth is important to us. We are always looking for talented individuals to fill a wide range of roles.

Overview

In order to maintain the quality of the automation software, we are looking for reinforcement for our validation team in Allschwil. The main activities are testing the PLC and SCADA software in accordance with the project-specific documentation and the regulated test procedure. An important role is played by the test environment including simulation, which is also prepared and managed by the department. Programming the PLC or SCADA software is not part of this role, but an understanding of the programming logic and good knowledge of I&C technology is desirable. It is important to us that you work very meticulously, are open to learning new things and are a good communicator who supports the automation team.

Responsibilities

• Creation of testing programs & plans
• Creation of test documentation
• Execution and review of software tests – in the pre-release phase
• GMP-compliant documentation of the work performed and summary of the differences encountered
• Acceptance and verification of the SPS code review according to GAMP5
• SCADA review according to 21 CFR Part 11
• Planning and creation of simulations (WinMod) for PLC control and user interfaces
• Virtual commissioning of the system at SKAN
• Support for standardization of processes and systems

Requirements

Hardskills

• Uni- / FH- / HF-Degree with specialization in electrical engineering or automation
• Several years of professional experience in the pharmaceutical / biotechnology sector (GMP environment) or in plant engineering with a focus on the pharmaceutical sector
• Experience in control engineering
• PLC programming knowledge preferably of Siemens (Step 7/TIA) and/or Allen Bradley controllers
• Confident handling of MS-Office and EDP systems
• Business fluent in English; German is an advantage

Softskills

• Precise and careful way of working
• Coordination skills, ability to work under pressure and in a team
• High level of personal responsibility
• Competent and professional appearance

What we offer

• An open and collegial corporate culture
• Freedom for ideas
• Participation in sports and leisure activities
• Promotion through further training, especially at our SKAN Academy
• Intensive and job-oriented introduction
• Short decision-making paths and flat hierarchies
• Open communication policy
• 5 weeks holidays and the possibility of further holidays

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