Senior Automation Engineer

Are you ready to join a
world leader
in the exciting and dynamic fields of the
Pharmaceutical and Medical Device industries? PQE Group
has been at the forefront of these industries
since **
, with
40 subsidiaries
and more than
employees in Europe, Asia and the Americas.
We are seeking a highly experienced
Senior Automation Engineer
to act as
System Lead
for the automation equipment and systems under their responsibility within a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership throughout the entire lifecycle of automation and control systems, from design and development through commissioning, qualification, operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
Although the position is based in Barcelona, the successful candidate will be assigned to a project in
Sant Cugat del Vallès
for the
initial two-year assignment
. Upon completion of this project, the candidate will be assigned to other projects based at our Barcelona office.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Act as
System Lead
for assigned automation systems and equipment, overseeing their design, implementation, commissioning, qualification, and lifecycle management.
Lead the design and development of
PLC, SCADA/HMI, database, and process control systems
for manufacturing environments.
Define and review technical specifications and documentation, including
URS, FS, DS
, and related engineering deliverables.
Lead and support
Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q)
activities, including FAT, SAT, commissioning, and qualification.
Review automation software, PLC/SCADA code, validation protocols, and technical documentation in line with
GMP and GAMP 5
requirements.
Coordinate and provide technical oversight to
vendors, system integrators, and automation contractors
.
Support audits, inspections, deviations, troubleshooting,
Root Cause Analysis
, and continuous improvement activities.
Ensure automation systems comply with
GMP, data integrity, functional safety, cybersecurity, and applicable engineering standards
throughout their lifecycle.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in
Automation, Electrical, Control, Computer Engineering
, or a related technical field.
Minimum
8 years of relevant experience
in industrial automation, preferably within a
pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other GMP-regulated environment
.
Strong experience with
PLC, SCADA/HMI, databases, and industrial control systems
.
Proven experience in automation
design, programming, commissioning, qualification, and validation
.
Good knowledge of
GMP, GAMP 5, data integrity, and computerized system validation (CSV)
principles.
Experience managing
vendors and system integrators
, with strong technical leadership and problem-solving skills.
Fluent Spanish and good command of English
.
Working at PQE Group
As a member of the PQE team, you will be part of a challenging, multicultural company that values collaboration and innovation. PQE Group gives you the opportunity to work on international projects, improve your skills and interact with colleagues from all corners of the world.If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career, PQE Group is the perfect place for you. take the first step towards an amazing future with us.
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