Engagement Status: 6 month contract (Inside IR35)
Overview
We are partnered with a global biotech to support the search for a Siemens PCS 7 Automation Specialist to join its Liverpool site. This is a hands-on engineering role supporting and improving critical automation systems within a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, with a particular focus on Siemens PCS 7, SIMATIC BATCH and batch process automation.
Requirements
- Develop, configure, test and implement modifications to Siemens PCS 7 and SIMATIC BATCH systems.
- Develop and maintain batch control strategies, recipes, phases and equipment modules in line with ISA-88 principles.
- Deliver automation changes through GMP change control, including requirements, configuration, testing, implementation and documentation.
- Provide technical support and fault diagnosis for PCS 7-controlled manufacturing processes.
- Work across Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality and IT to maintain system reliability and safely deliver automation changes.
Hard Skills
- Experience with SIMATIC BATCH and batch process automation.
- Good understanding of ISA-88 principles and recipe-driven manufacturing.
- Experience developing, configuring, testing and troubleshooting automation systems.
- Experience within GMP-regulated manufacturing is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of GAMP 5, CFC/SFC, SIMIT, MES and historian integration would be advantageous.
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively across Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality and IT.
- Proactive and collaborative approach to delivering changes within operational manufacturing environments.
Qualifications
- Degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience in Automation, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Control Systems, Computer Science or a related engineering discipline.
- Relevant Siemens PCS 7 training or certification would be advantageous.
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