Senior Process Engineer Automation (m/f/d) Requisition ID: 74420 Date: Jun 1, 2026 Location: Eschweiler, NW, DE Department: Engineering Description: At West, weu2019re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, Westu2019s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future? Thereu2019s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families. We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts. Contract details: fulltime, permanent To be filled: asap Job Summary In this role, the incumbent will be responsible for the continuous optimization and improvement of existing and future processes. The primary focus will be on process automation. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Development of automated production processes through to error-free handover to manufacturing Optimization of existing production processes, including root cause analysis, statistical product tracking and evaluation, and ad hoc troubleshooting Implementation of new manufacturing technologies Implementation of the Quality by Design (QbD) concept prior to the introduction of new products Execution of optimization projects and continuous process improvements driven by customer requirements and requests Execution and coordination of validation projects Implementation and coordination of customer and development projects Education Completed technical engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Chemistry, or a comparable field with a focus on Production Engineering Work Experience At least 5 years of professional experience in manufacturing companies, preferably in a pharmaceutical environment, including knowledge of cGMP Relevant experience in automation is highly desirable Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Experience in validation or qualification, capability analysis, and analysis of production processes from technical, quality-related, and economic perspectives Excellent German and English language skills, both written and spoken Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and project management methodologies is desirable Strong cost and quality awareness with a strong internal and external customer focus Analytical thinking and a structured working style License and Certifications Six Sigma Green Belt certification within the first year Travel Requirements 20%: Up to 52 business days per year Physical Requirements Light-Exerting up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force frequently constantly to move objects. West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening. \LI-KS1