Project Automation Engineer

Are you ready for a new beginning?
We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.
Our purpose points the way
In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve
humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has
been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the
future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the
possibilities for transformation are endless.
We're here to better our world with biology.
In this role you'll make an impact by:
Automation Strategy & Solution Design
* Lead the design and implementation of automation solutions (DCS and PLC)
for all relevant CAPEX projects based on the global automation strategy and
Novonesis standards.
* Challenge and support users in defining functional specifications and
translate them into robust PCS/PLC programs.
Project Execution & Management
* Plan and run automation tasks, including design, programming, and
commissioning, in close collaboration with the project manager to secure
schedule, budget, and scope.
* Act as project manager for automation projects when assigned, ensuring
effective planning, execution, and follow-up.
* Support project managers with automation-related execution plans, risk
assessments, and scope clarifications.
* Monitor and follow up on all automation work to ensure progress, quality,
and compliance with standards.
Technical Implementation & Testing
* Design and configure control system software and architecture in
cooperation with vendors and consultants.
* Prepare and run FAT and SAT for automation systems, ensuring compliance
with specifications and standards.
* Develop and maintain software change control procedures and related
databases to ensure full documentation and that code remains in "as-designed"
condition.
Collaboration & Process Optimization
* Work closely with project managers, process engineers, production, and
maintenance teams to develop and implement improved process control strategies.
* Provide PCS expertise and better practices, both hardware and software, to
internal stakeholders and external engineering partners.
* Support production operators and engineers in troubleshooting and
maintaining automation components during project execution and commissioning.
Knowledge Management & Resource Coordination
* Ensure Novonesis PCS knowledge is maintained and strengthened through
appropriate training and resource allocation.
* Identify, qualify, and manage external automation resources, ensuring
delivery according to agreed time, cost, and quality.
Commissioning & On-call Support
* Provide 24/7 on-call support during trial production and commissioning
phases to secure a safe and stable production start-up.
To succeed you must hold:
* Bachelor's degree or above in Automation, Electrical / Control, Chemical
Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical discipline.
* 2+ years of experience in industrial automation within process or
manufacturing industries (e.g. food, pharma, biotech, chemicals).
* Strong PCS / DCS and PLC skills, including design and programming for
industrial control systems.
* Solid technical foundation in industrial networks, I/O systems, control
architectures, field instrumentation, and process control strategies (PID,
interlocks, sequences, safety).
* Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, including effective
cross-functional collaboration and proficiency in English (written and spoken).
Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!
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