PI Engineer

m/f/d, Aargau

As a PI (Plant Information) Engineer, you will join the Pharma Engineering Drug Product team at the Basel/Kaiseraugst site. In this role, you will act as a key interface between production, engineering, and IT/OT, driving the digitalization of manufacturing systems.

You will play a central role in designing, integrating, and maintaining data infrastructure based on AVEVA PI, ensuring reliable, GMP-compliant operation of production systems. From concept to lifecycle management, you will help shape the future data landscape of pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Your Tasks:

System Architecture:
Design, implement, and maintain connections between automation systems and the AVEVA PI data historian.
Solution Design:
Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze requirements and deliver efficient, GMP-compliant PI solutions.
Project Management:
Lead and contribute to PI-related projects—from specification through implementation to operational handover.
Operations & Support:
Ensure stable system performance, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and deviation handling.
Compliance & Validation:
Manage change controls, and support qualification and validation activities in line with GMP and internal guidelines.
Knowledge Transfer:
Train users, provide technical support, and assist during audits and inspections.

Your Profile:

Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related field
Strong expertise in AVEVA PI (PI Historian) and integration of automation systems
Solid understanding of IT architecture, network technologies, and system integration in industrial environments
Several years of experience as an automation or systems engineer, including project management exposure
Experience in GMP-regulated environments (pharma preferred)
Knowledge of pharmaceutical production processes and automated systems
Experience managing complex IT/OT infrastructures
Fluent in German and English