Automation Engineer - GMP Pharma & Biotech

agap2 is a European engineering and operational consulting group, founded in 2005, specializing in various industries, including Pharma, Biotechnology, and Medical Devices. The company supports clients in realizing their projects by providing expertise and skills on-site. The Automation Engineer - GMP Pharma & Biotech role involves working in GMP-regulated environments, focusing on the design, implementation, and improvement of automation systems. The main day-to-day responsibilities include designing, developing, and implementing automation solutions. This involves configuring and programming systems like PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS, or MES. The role also includes supporting activities such as FAT, SAT, commissioning, qualification, and validation. Troubleshooting automation, control, and communication issues, as well as developing and improving automation standards and technical documentation, are key tasks. Additionally, the engineer will support batch control, recipe management, data integrity, and process monitoring activities. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and client stakeholders is essential for delivering strategic pharmaceutical and biotech projects. To qualify for this role, candidates must have a degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Industrial IT, or a related field. A minimum of two years of experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life science environment is required. Professional experience with at least one of the following is necessary: PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS, MES, industrial automation, or OT networks. Knowledge of automation systems and industrial communication technologies is crucial. Experience with platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Emerson DeltaV, or Syncade is advantageous. Nice-to-have skills include a strong understanding of GMP, GAMP 5, data integrity, and qualification/validation principles. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills are essential. The ability to work independently in a consulting and project-based environment is important. Good communication skills in English are required, with German being a strong advantage. The role is based in Switzerland, offering a sustainable job with stability and access to a real collaboration. The team is dynamic, committed, and values human interactions. What the role asks 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.