Automation Engineer (OT Systems)
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Automation Engineer (OT Systems) at Avacone: Halle (Saale), Germany; On-site; Full time; Engineering, Manufacturing & Construction. JobGrid adds normalized role facts, source context, and a path to the employer application page so candidates can compare the listing before applying.
- Location and workplace: Halle (Saale), Germany, On-site
- Role classification: Engineering, Manufacturing & Construction, Full time
- Source freshness: checked by JobGrid on 2026-06-09.
- Application path: candidates continue to the employer application page with non-personal referral tags.
Position Overview
The Automation Engineer is responsible for the deployment, operation, support, and qualification of Operational Technology (OT) systems used within pharmaceutical manufacturing environments. The role supports project execution through automation implementation, system commissioning, troubleshooting, qualification support, and lifecycle management of OT infrastructure.
The Automation Engineer serves as the technical subject matter expert for automation systems and works closely with engineering, quality, validation, and operational teams to ensure reliable and compliant system performance.
Key Responsibilities
Automation System Deployment
- Lead deployment and implementation of automation hardware and software solutions.
- Manage change controls associated with automation system modifications.
- Coordinate installation, commissioning, and startup activities.
- Support system integration and site acceptance activities.
Operational Technology Management
- Manage operational technology (OT) systems, applications, and infrastructure.
- Ensure system availability, stability, integrity, and cybersecurity compliance.
- Monitor system performance and proactively address technical issues.
Qualification & Validation Support
- Support qualification activities throughout the project lifecycle.
- Develop and review:
- User Requirement Specifications (URS)
- Functional Specifications (FS)
- Design Specifications
- Test Protocols
- Qualification Documentation
- Execute qualification and validation testing activities.
- Support IQ, OQ, and PQ execution.
Troubleshooting & Technical Support
- Investigate and resolve automation-related defects and deviations.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Support commissioning and qualification teams during issue resolution.
Risk Management & Compliance
- Perform system risk assessments and identify mitigation actions.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, GAMP5, Data Integrity, and site procedures.
- Maintain complete and audit-ready technical documentation.
Stakeholder & Project Support
- Collaborate with engineering, validation, QA, operations, and external suppliers.
- Provide technical expertise during project planning and execution.
- Support project reporting and technical decision-making.