About the Company
Our client is a global healthcare company committed to improving health outcomes worldwide. Their site in Oss is a key hub for the production and packaging of medicines, supported by global centers of excellence and Integrated Process Teams (IPTs). They prioritize quality, compliance, and continuous improvement in all their operations.
Role Description
Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Design Engineer Automation/IT to join our Business Technology team in Oss. As part of a cross-functional project team, you will focus on the lifecycle management of automation and IT systems that support pharmaceutical production processes. You will collaborate with local and global teams to upgrade, configure, and maintain critical automation systems, ensuring system reliability and compliance in a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, update, and maintain technical system documentation.
- Program, configure, upgrade, and replace automation systems (PLC, DCS, SCADA).
- Conduct requirement analysis, risk assessments, and define scope.
- Perform and document FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ testing of systems.
- Support senior design engineers and project managers in project planning.
- Identify and resolve technical challenges proactively.
- Report progress, risks, and deviations clearly to the project manager.
- Collaborate with system integrators when required.
- A proactive, hands-on team player with a passion for automation and innovation.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Automation and IT projects.
- Strong technical skills in:
- PLC, DCS (e.g., Siemens, B&R).
- SCADA systems (e.g., iFix).
- Windows environments (workstations, servers, Active Directory).
- Experience in commissioning, cybersecurity, and industrial networks.
- Previous experience in Life Sciences/Pharma and knowledge of GAMP is a plus.
- Fluency in Dutch and English is required.
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