Automation Engineer - Pharmaceutical
Automation & CSV Engineer (Permanent) - West Yorkshire
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing High-Tech GMP Environment Career Growth Opportunity
An exciting opportunity is available for an Automation & Computer System Validation (CSV) Engineer to join a highly regulated manufacturing environment within the pharmaceutical/life sciences sector.
This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys working at the intersection of automation, validation, digital systems, and manufacturing operations. You'll play a key role in supporting critical production systems, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance across computerized and automated processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and maintain automation and control systems across manufacturing operations
- Troubleshoot equipment and process-related automation issues
- Participate in computerized system validation (CSV) activities within a GMP-regulated environment
- Assist with qualification, commissioning, and lifecycle management of automated systems
- Support continuous improvement and process optimization projects
- Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, and external vendors
- Maintain technical and validation documentation in line with regulatory expectations
- Contribute to data integrity and compliance initiatives
- Provide technical support and training to operational teams
Ideal Background
- Degree qualified in Automation, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related Engineering discipline
- Experience working with PLC, HMI, SCADA, or industrial control systems
- Exposure to regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical devices, or food manufacturing preferred
- Understanding of GMP and computerized system validation principles
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work both independently and within cross-functional teams
- Excellent communication and technical documentation abilities
Desirable Experience
- PLC/SCADA programming or support
- System integration projects
- Equipment qualification or validation activities
- Knowledge of data integrity and regulatory compliance requirements
- Experience supporting utilities, manufacturing systems, or process equipment
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to work in a modern, highly automated manufacturing environment
- Exposure to cutting-edge pharmaceutical technologies
- Career progression within engineering and digital manufacturing
- Collaborative and technically focused culture
- Competitive salary and benefits packag
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to develop within a fast-paced and growing technical operations environment.
For a confidential discussion or to learn more, please contact Simon Fowler on
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