Senior Project Manager Automation (a), 100% — Bachem AG
- Location
- Stein AG
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 25 days ago
Role overview
The Bachem Group is investing in a new site in Sisslerfeld in Northwestern Switzerland.
This step is part of our long-term strategy to expand production capacity.
The new production site will play a central role in achieving these goals.
- The Bachem Group is investing in a new site in Sisslerfeld in Northwestern Switzerland.
- This step is part of our long-term strategy to expand production capacity.
- Degree in automation, chemical engineering, biotechnology or a related field
- At least 8–10 years of experience in automation within pharmaceutical or biotech environments Strong expertise in process automation
Key requirements
- Degree in automation, chemical engineering, biotechnology or a related field
- At least 8–10 years of experience in automation within pharmaceutical or biotech environments Strong expertise in process automation
- Experience with DCS system (Siemens PCS7, PCSneo), PLC (e.g.
- Siemens TIA Portal), SCADA (WinCC) and batch control
- Solid understanding of GMP, GAMP5 and CQV processes (IQ/OQ/PQ)
- Proven experience in CAPEX projects and interdisciplinary teams
- Experience with MES, Historian and data/PAT integration
- Independent, structured working style with high responsibility High resilience and flexibility Very good knowledge of English; German is a plus Our offer:
- A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development and training opportunities
- Flexible working hours with home office days and an option for obtaining additional vacation days through workload reduction
- Company‑run daycare center on the Bachem Campus in Bubendorf
- 60% coverage of pension fund contributions by Bachem AG as well as option for extra-mandatory pension provision with our Pension Plan Plus
Application process
- We look forward to receiving your complete application documents via our application portal.
- Learn more about the Bachem Group and get inspired by our exciting work environment at our location in Bubendorf and our new location in Sisslerfeld!
Additional details
- For this large-scale CAPEX investment project, we are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager Automation
- Lead the automation workstream for downstream manufacturing processes, including: Filtration (UF/DF, TFF)
- At least 8–10 years of experience in automation within pharmaceutical or biotech environments Strong expertise in process automation
- Independent, structured working style with high responsibility High resilience and flexibility Very good knowledge of English;
- Fresh, healthy and varied food in our staff restaurant A wide range of free sports activities on the Bachem Campus
Notes and original content
- Your tasks:
- Lead the automation workstream for downstream manufacturing processes, including:
- Chromatography
- Filtration (UF/DF, TFF)
- Your profile:
- At least 8–10 years of experience in automation within pharmaceutical or biotech environments
- Strong expertise in process automation
- Independent, structured working style with high responsibility
- High resilience and flexibility
- Very good knowledge of English;
Questions about this listing
What salary does Bachem AG offer for this role?
Bachem AG lists CHF 99'500 - 151'000 gross per year for this position in Stein AG. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Bachem AG offer?
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Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Aargau?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Aargau can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Aargau's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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