Process Instrumentation Technician

About the job

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a Process Instrumentation Technician who is autonomous, rigorous and collaborative to join our Technical Services (TS) team, based in our office in Bulle, Switzerland.

About the role

The Process Instrumentation Technician ensures the availability and compliance of the measurement chains of production equipment and reference means. They carry out maintenance, qualification, metrological verification and troubleshooting activities, in compliance with cGMP, HSE requirements and UCB procedures. They coordinate interventions with users and contractors, keep documentation up to date and contribute to the continuous improvement of instrumentation activities. They also intervene on deviations, CAPA, changes, monitoring and risk analyses within their scope.

Who will you work with?

You will join the Technical Services team, specifically the Process Instrumentation department, working closely with Production teams, users, technical experts and external contractors. You will contribute to the reliability of equipment and the metrological compliance of the Bulle site. You will also participate in site projects, audits, risk analyses and continuous improvement initiatives, in a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Your main responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, metrological verifications of measurement chains and thermal mapping as part of qualification.
• Diagnose and resolve malfunctions, anomalies and non-conformities independently.
• Plan and coordinate interventions with production teams, users and external contractors.
• Ensure cGMP, HSE and documentary compliance of instrumentation activities.
• Keep equipment data, maintenance plans, spare parts and work instructions up to date.
• Participate in deviations, CAPA, change requests, risk analyses and audits.

Profile sought: training, experience and skills

• Technical CFC or equivalent training in instrumentation, metrology or technical measurement field.
• Good knowledge of instrumentation and/or industrial metrology.
• Good knowledge of pharmaceutical or biotechnological production environments.
• Very good knowledge of cGMP requirements and HSE rules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP and ability to manage technical documentation.
• Autonomy, analytical mindset, sense of priorities and excellent communication skills.

Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

About us

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9,000 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.

Why work with us?

At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.

At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on EMEA-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.