The Company
Our client is a leading global biopharmaceutical manufacturer, with a state-of-the-art production facility in Leiden. Known for producing high-quality biologics across a wide range of therapeutic areas, the organization operates within a highly regulated GMP environment. Their focus on innovation, quality, and operational excellence makes them a key player in the pharmaceutical industry, dedicated to improving patient outcomes worldwide.
Role Description
The Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automated control systems to support manufacturing operations. This role involves working closely with various stakeholders to ensure automation solutions meet business and technical requirements while complying with industry standards. The engineer will contribute to system validation, documentation, and continuous improvement activities, ensuring reliable and efficient process automation. Collaboration and effective communication within a multidisciplinary team are essential in this position.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and commission PLC/SCADA changes on production equipment.
- Manage vendor and subcontractor activities related to automation projects.
- Develop and execute test plans, commissioning protocols, and validation documentation.
- Update SOPs, work instructions, and lifecycle documentation.
- Coordinate automation changes with internal teams and stakeholders.
Requirements
- HBO degree or higher in Industrial Automation, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
- 2–5 years biotech/pharma experience with GAMP/GMP compliance.
- 3–5 years hands-on experience with Siemens PLC (TIA Portal) and Wonderware SCADA.
- Proficient in control philosophy, functional specifications, P&IDs, and instrumentation.
- Fluent in Dutch and English; valid VCA and NEN 3140 certifications required.
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Since 2012, SIRE Life Sciences is the most innovative and engaged consultancy company for the life sciences industries.
SIRE Life Sciences is proud of its ability to adapt to changing trends while always maintaining the highest level of quality for both our clients and our candidates.
Our team of knowledgeable professionals provides customized staffing services to clients and candidates, including secondment, direct hire, temporary-to-hire, temporary staffing, brokering, Statement of Work and we approach each type with the same degree of professional assessment. Our refined and collaborative style is unmatched in the staffing industry. We’re able to see beyond the surface to create matches that result in successful careers for our candidates and valuable talent for our clients.
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