The Bachem Group is investing in a new site in Sisslerfeld in Northwestern Switzerland. This step is part of our long‑term strategy to expand production capacity. The new production site will play a central role in achieving these goals.
For this large‑scale CAPEX investment project, we are seeking an experienced Senior Process Automation Engineer (f/m/d) with a focus on downstream processing automation.
Your tasks:
* 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:
o Chromatography
o Filtration (UF/DF, TFF)
o Purification processes
* Translate process requirements into automation concepts, batch logic and control strategies
* Review and optimise 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 standardisation and development of automation concepts for the new site
* Ensure delivery in terms of quality, budget, and timeline
Your profile:
* 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:
o Downstream process automation (chromatography, filtration, purification)
o 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
Our offer:
* A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment
* Opportunity to shape a greenfield peptide production site
* High impact role in a strategic CAPEX program
* Flexible working conditions and development opportunities
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