Automation Engineer

Baxter International Inc.

Automation Engineer responsible for PLC/HMI programming and data communication at Baxter. Focus on improving efficiency and consistency of packaging processes in a GMP environment.

Posted 5/19/2026full-timeHuesca • 🇪🇸 SpainMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Fix and optimize PLC and HMI systems on automated production lines.
Develop and modify control logic to improve process stability and reduce downtime.
Integrate SCADA and MES systems for data collection and performance tracking.
Lead effective root cause analyses and corrective actions for automation-related issues.
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and maintenance teams to ensure cohesive system functionality.
Implement successfully software change controls according to GMP and validation procedures.
Support digitalization and Industry 4.0 initiatives across Baxter sites.
Provide training to site technicians and engineers on control systems procedures.
Contribute to continuous improvement projects focused on Overall Equipment Effectiveness, waste reduction, and process reliability.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree or equivalent experience in Automation, Software, Control Engineering or a similar field.
Proven technical exposure to automation of filling/packaging technology in a manufacturing/ production environment, ideally in the pharma or healthcare industry.
Strong knowledge acquired through experience of PLC programming skills and HMI and SCADA development.
Solid understanding of automation architectures and system integration.
Analytical and structured problem-solving approach.
Able to communicate optimally in English in a work environment.
Availability to travel 60% of the time within regional or international contexts.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive total compensation package
Professional development opportunities
High importance placed on work life balance (Family Responsible Certificate EFR)
Flexible benefits (childcare vouchers, employee discounts, etc.)

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Hard Skills & Tools

PLC programmingHMI developmentSCADA integrationMES systemscontrol logic developmentautomation architecturesprocess stability improvementroot cause analysissoftware change controlsOverall Equipment Effectiveness

Soft Skills

analytical problem-solvingcommunicationcollaborationtrainingcontinuous improvement