Do you want to combine the opportunities that a global company provides with the benefits of a family-owned business? Headquartered in Lachen near Zurich, Switzerland, the Octapharma Group is a leading company in the worldwide market for therapeutic human proteins. Working at Octapharma means to have an opportunity to contribute to our common goal – developing lifesaving therapies to improve patients’ lives.

What will you be doing as Corporate Automation Engineer?

• Define and implement the strategic development of automation initiatives within the organization
• Work closely with various corporate functions and automation teams to ensure alignment with company objectives related to capacity, efficiency, and operational excellence
• Facilitate the establishment of the Corporate Automation Library and its qualification framework in collaboration with local sites
• Support the transfer of the standards to the local sites and actively participate in the ongoing development of detailed design
• Monitor emerging trends in approaches, methodologies, and technologies within the automation sector, and evaluate their potential benefits for the company
• Enhance collaboration among various automation groups to facilitate the exchange of expertise and best practices
• Serve as an internal consultant, advisor, and expert across the organization within your area of expertise
• Become part of our team to gain hands-on experience and insights into the pharmaceutical industry
• Work within a motivated team in an international and highly dynamic environment

Who are you?

• Bachelor's degree in Automation and over 10 years of experience in the field
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic development and standardization of automation activities
• In-depth knowledge of automation technologies and best practices
• Exceptional project management and leadership abilities
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Awareness of industry trends and emerging technologies in automation

What's the best thing about working with us?

• You help save lives - Every day is meaningful as we produce life-saving medicines
• Family values - Long-term perspective for employees and relationships 
• Be rewarded with an attractive salary and benefits package
• You will have a high level of influence where you can make a difference and leave your footprint
• Work with skilled and fun colleagues in a relatively informal organization
• Skills development - We offer various internal and external employee and leadership trainings, trainee programs and digital solutions

Apply Today!

Please apply in English. If you have questions about the position, contact Johanna Hermansson (Responsible recruiter) at johanna.hermansson@octapharma.com. The application deadline Is 2025-04-30, but the position may be filled before then.

If you proceed in the process

• We want to gather as much Information as possible early in the process to make the best match. Within a few days, you will perform work psychological assessment tests
• The assessment tests are done early in the process because we want to ensure an objective, unbiased and fair selection process

Would you like to get to know us better? Learn more about us on our website and follow us daily on LinkedIn!

Additional information (Austria only):
 

The minimum gross wage according to the collective agreement (chemical industry) for your new job is EUR 4.157,14. We strive to adapt your salary to your range of tasks and to your profile, which is why we are ready to pay wages higher than collectively agreed.