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Industrial Automation Engineer (all genders)
Join our interdisciplinary team in the Engineering Radiology & Solvents department!
As an Industrial Automation Engineer (m/f/d), you are responsible for maintenance, development, and optimization of process control systems for our process plants. Based on your academic background in electrical or automation engineering, you handle programming, modifications, and documentation of automation systems – from basic design to operational lifecycle. You manage and lead technical projects (new builds/modifications), prepare requirement specifications, provide technical leadership, and oversee the qualification and commissioning of new or modified systems.
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Together with your team, you ensure the technical availability of process control systems (PCS) in our facilities and buildings through continuous monitoring of operational conditions (e.g., malfunctions, weaknesses, maintenance activities, and bottlenecks), and drive ongoing improvement
2. You create specifications for automation, process control, electrical, and instrumentation & control systems
3. Through coordinated actions, implementation of appropriate measures, and regular reviews, you ensure that all activities and processes are compliant with PPS, HSE, and GMP requirements
4. You make well-informed decisions on necessary technical actions in close collaboration with your team, always considering cost-effectiveness
5. You develop concepts, advise operations management on technical matters, and actively contribute to new production ideas and PCS-related topics within API manufacturing
6. By implementing innovative technical solutions, you help shape the digitalization of our plants
7. You design and implement measures for continuous process improvement in line with operational excellence principles, encourage cross-functional knowledge transfer, and leverage best practice solutions
8. As part of the Turnaround Management Team, you contribute to minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous product supply within the Radiology business unit
WHO YOU ARE
9. You have a Master’s degree in electrical or automation engineering or a related field; alternatively, you have a Bachelor’s degree combined with extensive professional experience in the above areas
10. Your several years of professional experience in the chemical and pharmaceutical industry allow you to apply your expertise effectively
11. You possess in-depth knowledge in automation and electrical engineering, including PCS field device technology (hardware/software, IT networks, electrical installations, explosion protection), and are well-versed in applicable regulatory requirements (PPS/HSE/GMP)
12. Ideally, you have experience with PCS7
13. You have a confident and composed appearance
14. You thrive in collaborative team environments
15. You demonstrate flexibility, strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, and you are result- and cost-oriented
16. Fluency in both German and English, written and spoken, completes your profile
WHAT WE OFFER
Our benefits package is flexible, appreciative, and tailored to your lifestyle, because: What matters to you, matters to us!
17. We ensure your financial stability through a competitive compensation package, consisting of an attractive base pay and our annual bonus. In addition, managers can recognize special contributions by granting an individual performance award or top performance award.
18. Whether it’s hybrid work models or part-time arrangements: Whenever it is possible, you will have the flexibility to work how, when and where it is best for you.
19. Your family is a top priority. We offer loving company daycare centers at multiple locations, support in finding childcare, time off for the care of elderly or dependent family members, summer camps for children, and much more.
20. We support your professional growth by providing access to learning and development opportunities, training programs through the Bayer Learning Academy, development dialogues, as well as coaching and mentoring programs.
21. We promote health awareness and opportunities for selfcare through various measures, such as free health checks with the company doctor.
22. We embrace diversity by providing an inclusive work environment in which you are welcomed, supported, and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.