Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Leiden | GAMP | Automation | CSV | MES, Delta-V, Scada or Siemans PLC| VCA | NEN3140 | Dutch Your new role

Our client in Leiden is looking for an automation Engineer to strengthen the Execution Systems department, based onsite our pharmaceutical site in Leiden. The MAM-ES department is responsible for the implementation, support and maintenance of computerised systems and GxP-related hardware / software for the Leiden production facility. This department is focused on implementing standard recipe-based processes to deliver consistent content, optimised end-to-end execution, data availability and visualisation. MAM-ES is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer with the ability to apply automation solutions to address a variety of client needs. This position will work in a team of 60 enthusiastic automation professionals (internal and external).

Principal Responsibilities :

• The design, implementation and commissioning of Siemens PLC / Scada changes on manufacturing equipment within a production environment, together with Vendor, Technical System Owner and Business System Owner.
• Manage vendors, subcontractors and technical integrators.
• Execution and / or coordination of automation changes in a team of automation engineers
• Develop, coordinate, execute and review (commissioning) protocols, test plans, reports and documentation to implement, maintain, operate and validate automation systems
• Update, coordinate and review the applicable Life Cycle documentation.
• Update, develop and coordinate related system SOPs / Work instructions What you’ll need to succeed
• A technical education / degree in industrial automation or relevant engineering discipline is required. (Minimum HBO Educational level).
• 2–5 years of relevant experience within the biotech industry with proven knowledge of current Good Automated Manufacturing Practices (GAMP) compliance
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience working with recent Siemens PLC (Tia Portal) / Scada (Wonderware) software.
• Proficient ability to understand control philosophy and write functional requirement specifications
• Highly motivated, independent, detail-oriented team player with good organisation, initiative, and a collaborative attitude is essential.
• Preferred knowledge of OSI-PI Historian
• Proficient knowledge of P&IDs and instrumentation / control equipment in an industrial environment
• Has good verbal, reading and written communication skills in Dutch and English
• Required are VCA and NEN 3140 What you’ll get in return

Hays Detachering | Both positions will start with a contract for 12 months through Hays. Extension to stay within the department is anticipated. In this position, you will get a competitive salary depending on experience (5500 – 7500 p / month) and your travel expenses are covered. Your new company

Our client makes, acquires and markets unique biopharmaceutical medicines. This helps them build their leading position in the development of monoclonal antibodies. Antibodies are substances that the body produces in response to bacteria, viruses or other foreign substances. The innovative products from our clients focus on three major disease categories : cardiovascular and immunological disorders and cancer. Our client works with a multi-functional, world-class team of approximately 1000 employees that develops a promising pipeline of products.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in this role as an Automation Engineer, click ‘Apply now’ to send an up-to-date CV, or give us a call! If this job isn’t quite right for you, but are you still looking for a new position? Please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Unfortunately, we cannot provide sponsorship for this position.

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