MES Design Engineer - Sisslerfeld Site Development (a) 100%

The Bachem Group is investing in a new planned site in Sisslerfeld in north-west Switzerland. This step is part of the long-term strategy to expand production capacities by the end of the decade. The new production site will play a central role in achieving these goals. The planning phase of the project offers you unique opportunities to actively shape the organisation of the future.

To drive our continuous organic growth, we are always looking for highly qualified professionals. To strengthen our team in the Technical Operations area, we are seeking a committed individual as MES Design Engineer - Sisslerfeld Site Development (a) 100%

Your tasks:

• Implementation, configuration, and validation of the MES system PAS-X for the new production line
• Development and design of electronic Master Batch Records (eMBR) considering GMP standards and process requirements
• Integration of the MES with the process control system (PCS 7 / PCS neo) to automate data flows and reduce manual entries
• Implementation of an efficient review-by-exception concept to optimise quality and reduce review effort
• Close collaboration with production, automation, quality, and IT departments as well as global units to define and implement system requirements
• Ensuring data integrity, GMP compliance, and traceability of manufacturing processes
• Participation in qualification and validation activities (URS, FS, IQ, OQ)
• Training and support of end users in handling the MES
• Ongoing system development and support in change control processes

Your profile:

• Completed studies in chemistry, life sciences, engineering, pharmaceutical technology, computer science, or a comparable qualification
• Several years of experience with PAS-X in a GMP-regulated environment (power user level)
• Solid knowledge in modelling eMBRs and MES workflows
• Experience in integrating MES with PCS systems, especially Siemens PCS 7 (and ideally PCS neo)
• Good knowledge of regulatory requirements (GMP, GAMP 5, data integrity, Annex 11 / CFR Part 11)
• Analytical thinking, structured working style, and affinity for digital solutions
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team

• Optional: Experience in administration of Windows and Windows Server systems, databases, and network knowledge
• Knowledge in IT system/software qualification (GMP, GAMP, CSV)
• Basic knowledge in automation (OPC UA) is an advantage
• Strong team and communication skills as well as a structured, documentation-oriented working style
• Good German and English skills, both written and spoken

Our offer:

• A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development and training opportunities
• Flexible working hours with the possibility of home office and option to take additional holidays with reduced working hours
• On-site company daycare at the Bachem Campus Bubendorf
• 60% coverage of pension fund contributions by Bachem as well as the possibility for supplementary pension provision with our savings plan
• Access to benefit platforms with discounts at external partners
• Fresh, healthy, and varied food in our staff restaurant
• Various free sports activities on the Bachem Campus

Would you like to drive innovation forward with us?

Have we sparked your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application documents via our application portal.

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