Senior Building Automation Engineer – Large CAPEX Pharma Project

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Senior Building Automation Engineer shaping automation systems for a new greenfield pharma production site. Leading a major CAPEX project in a GMP-regulated environment.

Posted 5/31/2026full-timeSisslerfeld • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Building Automation / BMS within a major CAPEX project (> CHF 100M)
Lead the design, specification and implementation of building automation systems, including: HVAC and utility controls (e.g. cooling system and chiller, compressed air), Fire protection and Evacuation System, Access Control & Attendance Time Recording, Gas Detection System, CCTV & Intrusion detection
Define and review automation concepts, system architectures and interfaces (e.g. BMS ↔ PCS / PLC / SCADA / IT systems)
Ensure seamless integration of BMS into the overall plant automation landscape
Develop and review key lifecycle documents: URS / FS / DS Automation and data integrity concepts, Commissioning and qualification strategies
Ensure compliance with GMP, GAMP5, Annex 1/11, 21 CFR Part 11 and data integrity requirements
Lead and coordinate external engineering companies, system integrators and vendors
Oversee commissioning, qualification (CQV) and validation activities
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Operations, IT/OT, CSV and Quality functions
Support standardization and development of BMS concepts for the new site
Drive troubleshooting, performance optimization and digitalization initiatives
Ensure adherence to project timelines, quality and budget targets

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Technology or equivalent
Minimum 8–10+ years of experience in building automation or industrial automation
Proven track record in large CAPEX projects in pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated environments
Strong expertise in: Building Management Systems (e.g. Siemens, Honeywell, Johnson Controls), HVAC and utility automation, PLC / SCADA / DCS integration, Industrial communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus, OPC)
Solid understanding of: GMP / GAMP5 and CSV processes, Commissioning & Qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), Data integrity and cybersecurity in automation
Experience managing engineering partners and contractors
Strong communication skills and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams
Structured, self-driven and solution-oriented mindset
Fluent in English; German is a strong advantage.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Unique opportunity to shape a greenfield pharma production site
High-impact role in a strategic, long-term investment program
Modern, collaborative, and dynamic work environment
Opportunities for professional and personal development
Flexible working conditions and attractive benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

Building Management SystemsHVAC automationutility automationPLC integrationSCADA integrationDCS integrationindustrial communication protocolsdata integrity conceptscommissioning and qualificationdigitalization initiatives

Soft Skills

strong communication skillsability to work in interdisciplinary teamsstructured mindsetself-driven mindsetsolution-oriented mindset

Certifications

Degree in Automation EngineeringDegree in Electrical EngineeringDegree in Building Technology