Automation Engineer - Pharmaceutical

Posted 11/05/2026 by Smart4Sciences

Location:
West Yorkshire

Automation & CSV Engineer (Permanent) - West Yorkshire

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | High-Tech GMP Environment | Career Growth Opportunity

An exciting opportunity is available for an Automation & Computer System Validation (CSV) Engineer to join a highly regulated manufacturing environment within the pharmaceutical/life sciences sector.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys working at the intersection of automation, validation, digital systems, and manufacturing operations. You'll play a key role in supporting critical production systems, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance across computerized and automated processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support and maintain automation and control systems across manufacturing operations
  • Troubleshoot equipment and process-related automation issues
  • Participate in computerized system validation (CSV) activities within a GMP-regulated environment
  • Assist with qualification, commissioning, and lifecycle management of automated systems
  • Support continuous improvement and process optimization projects
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, and external vendors
  • Maintain technical and validation documentation in line with regulatory expectations
  • Contribute to data integrity and compliance initiatives
  • Provide technical support and training to operational teams

Ideal Background

  • Degree qualified in Automation, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related Engineering discipline
  • Experience working with PLC, HMI, SCADA, or industrial control systems
  • Exposure to regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical devices, or food manufacturing preferred
  • Understanding of GMP and computerized system validation principles
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work both independently and within cross-functional teams
  • Excellent communication and technical documentation abilities

Desirable Experience

  • PLC/SCADA programming or support
  • System integration projects
  • Equipment qualification or validation activities
  • Knowledge of data integrity and regulatory compliance requirements
  • Experience supporting utilities, manufacturing systems, or process equipment

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work in a modern, highly automated manufacturing environment
  • Exposure to cutting-edge pharmaceutical technologies
  • Career progression within engineering and digital manufacturing
  • Collaborative and technically focused culture
  • Competitive salary and benefits packag

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to develop within a fast-paced and growing technical operations environment.

For a confidential discussion or to learn more, please contact Simon Fowler on

+44 (phone number removed) or

Type:
Permanent
Start Date:
ASAP
Contract Length:
Permanent
Job Reference:
S4SFAUTO_1778522267
Job ID:
225094965
Applications:
Less than 10

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