Team Lead Automation Engineer PCS and MES (m/f/x)

CSL Behring GmbH

Job Description

CSL Behring is a global biothera­peutics leader driven by its promise to save lives. Focused on serving patients' needs by using the latest technologies, we develop and deliver innovative therapies that treat coagulation disorders, primary immune deficiencies, hereditary angioe­dema, respiratory disease, and neurological disorders. The compa­ny's products are also used in cardiac surgery, burn treatment and to prevent hemolytic disease of the newborn.

For our Execution Systems depart­ment, we are looking for a

Team Lead Automation Engineer PCS and MES (m/f/x)

R-243107 Fulltime / permanent Internal title: Value Stream Recipe Owner Lead - Bulk

As a successful Value Stream Recipe Owner Lead, you will be primarily accountable for the implemen­tation, maintenance and ownership of the PCS / MES and PLC process recipes related to the specific value stream.


  • Adherence to the global strategy & scope by maintaining / delivering / implementing the required process control within the DCS, PCS, MES and PLC systems for both new and legacy systems.
  • Technical project subject-matter expert for Execution Systems related project deliverables during design, construction, commissioning, and validation phases of CAPEX projects & OPEX initiatives & changes.
  • 24/7 and/or on-call Manu­facturing support of the facilities with the goal of maximizing facility uptime.
  • Incident tracking, remediation and improvement associated with the assigned Value Stream.
  • Aligning and coordinating the definition of the required hardware with the Platform Owner; including the develop­ment of the software, and system coordination with the required project schedule to enable Commissioning and Validation of the Process Systems to meet the overall project schedule aligned to GAMP 5.
  • Coordinate interfaces with the Data Historian, Data Acquisition Systems, Building Management Systems, Central Alarm Management System, Manufac­turing Control Network, and Enterprise applications.
  • Align and review deliverables from the different execution system work packages as a Recipe Lead. Ensure the right technical prioritization on project activities.
  • Works closely together with respective Project Managers to ensure deliverables are ready in time for the different milestones throughout the project. Works closely together with the work package owner of Library and Standards to ensure the defined standards are followed consis­tently throughout the project and the library modules are used as intended.
  • Responsible for Value Stream Recipe Owner resource manage­ment, including assigning resources to daily activities (operations) and supporting project activities based on the Site Projects & Operations Portfolio.
  • Specific employee related activities include, talent acqui­sition, training, career develop­ment, providing coaching, performance management (IPM) and compensation. Additionally, as a result of the matrix environ­ment, may support resources from other functional areas.
  • Installation and configuration to the ISA-S88 / S95 standard following Project phases: Requirements definition, detailed design generation, software configuration, system integration and Qualification testing.
  • Participates in the creation of the Execution System validation strategy together with the Global and Site CSV & Quality representatives and ensure strong contribution to audit inspection.
  • Responsible for ES investi­gations and CAPAs.
  • Develop validation test cases and perform testing interface with customer groups on the project to ensure we are designing, executing, and delivering to in accordance to Global Engineering Pro­cedures and Execution Systems stan­dards, including Quality, Facili­ties, Engineering, MFG, and EHS&S. This will include building strong relationships with the customer base and helping them set the proper expecta­tions for project delivery.

  • Bachelor of Science in an Engi­neering or other Science disci­pline / Computer Science, or Management Information Systems.
  • 7+ years or more working experience in Execution Systems / Automation design and sup­port. Several years' practical leadership experience in pharmaceutical industry, including direct management experience in Manufacturing, Engineering or Execution Systems / Automation.
  • Fluent in German and English language
  • Considerable knowledge in the lifecycle manufacturing process (preferably in the related value stream).
  • Specific experience in process automation, MES and batch manufacturing industry stan­dards (ISA S88 &S95).
  • Hands-on experience in Recipe and Workflow Authoring (e.g.: Base Fractionation, Mfg., packaging) and hands-on experience in configuring master data and equipment in MES.
  • Direct experience designing, building, deployment and supporting automation and execution systems in a regulated large-scale process-based manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in running site-based shop floor systems in a globally distributed footprint is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence at all organizational levels through clear, concise and impactful verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to build, mentor and grow a high performing and cohesive team.
  • Experience in Process Excellence methodology is desirable, but not required.

Excellent income potential and extended benefits

  • For more information, please check out our global benefits below
  • Two additional leave days for your personal wellbeing
  • CSL-subsidized company bike leasing
  • Childcare “Kita Frosch König” for up to 14 children
  • Find Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion at all sites and with every colleague. Come as you are
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