Automation Engineer/Project Engineer: Digital Manufacturing and Data Lab 100% (a) — Bachem AG
NewCHF 49'500 - 75'000
Bachem AG · Bubendorf (BL)
- Location
- Bubendorf
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 5 days ago
SalaryCHF 49'500 - 75'000
Role overview
Bachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides.
- Bachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides.
- Design, implement, and maintain the Digital Manufacturing & Data Lab infrastructure, including automation systems, virtualized environments, and network setups
- Develop, configure, and support Siemens PCS7 systems (incl.
- University degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
- Hands‑on experience with process control systems, ideally Siemens PCS7, WinCC, and Simatic Batch, as well as simulation tools such as SIMIT or similar platforms
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Main responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain the Digital Manufacturing & Data Lab infrastructure, including automation systems, virtualized environments, and network setups
- Develop, configure, and support Siemens PCS7 systems (incl.
- WinCC, Simatic Batch) for lab and pilot environments
- Build and maintain simulation capabilities and digital twins using SIMIT, enabling virtual commissioning, testing, and training scenarios
- Administer and operate lab IT/OT infrastructure, including virtualization, systems, and network components
- Integrate controllers, field devices, and lab equipment into cohesive automation and data environments
- Provide and maintain internal tools, templates, and automation libraries for users of the lab
- Support users (engineers, data scientists) in utilizing lab systems for experiments, testing, and troubleshooting
- Participate in automation and digitalization projects, from requirements gathering to prototyping and implementation
- Maintain system documentation, ensure configuration management, and support testing activities where applicable
Key requirements
- University degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
- Hands‑on experience with process control systems, ideally Siemens PCS7, WinCC, and Simatic Batch, as well as simulation tools such as SIMIT or similar platforms
- Solid understanding of automation hardware, PLCs, controllers, field instrumentation, system integration, and industrial communication protocols (e.g., OPC UA, Profinet, Modbus)
- Practical knowledge of IT/OT infrastructure, including virtualization, Windows administration, TCP/IP networking, virtual environments (e.g., VMware, Proxmox), and network segmentation in lab setups
- Exposure to data systems (e.g., historians, MES, analytics platforms), their integration with automation systems, and experience in virtual commissioning and digital twin approaches
- Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to work across disciplines, act as a technical allrounder, and translate user needs into practical technical solutions
- Dedicated, self‑driven, structured, and collaborative personality with a hands‑on mindset; solid knowledge of German is considered a strong plus
What the company offers
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Application process
- With over 50 years of experience and expertise Bachem provides products for research, clinical development and commercial application to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide and offers a comprehensive range of services.
- Bachem operates internationally with headquarters in Switzerland and locations in Europe, the US and Asia.
- The company is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange.
- For further information, see www.bachem.com.
- As Automation Engineer / Project Engineer for the Digital Manufacturing & Data Lab 100% (m/w/d) , you will play a central role in building, operating, and advancing our laboratory environment for digital manufacturing solutions.
- You will combine expertise in process automation, simulation, and lab infrastructure to enable engineers, data scientists, and developers to design, test, and deploy innovative solutions.
- With a strong focus on PCS7-based automation systems, SIMIT simulations, and lab infrastructure, you will act as a technical allrounder bridging automation, IT/OT development systems, and user enablement.
- Your work will directly support experimentation, prototyping, and scaling of digital and automation solutions across TechOps and manufacturing.
Additional details
- Descrizione Bachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides.
