Job Summary
Job Description BAS / EMS Engineer (Contract)
About the role Lead the end-to-end delivery of Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS) for a major capital program within a large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role owns the technical delivery, vendor governance, commissioning, and qualification readiness of BAS/EMS systems, ensuring full compliance with global engineering, quality, and cGMP standards. This position requires close collaboration with Maintenance and Operations teams to provide timely, hands-on troubleshooting support for production issues-minimizing downtime and driving continuous improvement. The engineer will take ownership of recurring issues, lead root cause analysis (RCA), and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to enhance system reliability and performance. Overview of Activities
· Strong hands-on experience delivering BAS and EMS systems in regulated (cGMP) manufacturing environments.
· Proven experience with Siemens Desigo CC (BAS architecture, PX controllers, graphics).
· Proven experience with SIMATIC WinCC / WinCC Unified for EMS / SCADA / data acquisition.
· Hands-on Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) experience, including on-site troubleshooting and fault finding.
· Experience developing, reviewing, and governing SDLC and GMP documentation.
· Strong understanding of automation networking, I/O, controls, and system architecture.
· Experience in maintenance engineering, utilities, facilities engineering, or industrial maintenance.
· Experience with utility systems such as HVAC, refrigeration, compressed air, chilled water, boilers, or similar infrastructure.
· Ability to work on-site in Boxmeer as part of a project delivery team
What you bring to the role
· A bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Technology, with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in an FDA-regulated environment.
· Demonstrated experience supporting control systems within a GMP-compliant pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
· A strong track record of successfully executing automation and control system projects in FDA-regulated manufacturing settings.
· Foundational knowledge of automation in pharmaceutical or food processing facilities.
· Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, including batch control systems, software development life cycle methodologies, 21 CFR Part 11, and GAMP.
· Ability to apply cross-disciplinary engineering concepts and practices beyond your primary area of expertise.
· Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage cross-functional teams and leadership with minimal guidance.
· Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset to thrive in team-based environments.
· Working knowledge of programmable logic controllers, industrial controllers, instrumentation, network design, and system software is highly desirable.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
· Willingness to participate in rotating after-hours, weekend, and holiday support schedules for emergency troubleshooting and maintenance.
· Self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
· Enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, cross-functional team environment and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement
Key Responsibilities
Job Description BAS / EMS Engineer (Contract)
About the role Lead the end-to-end delivery of Building Automation Systems (BAS) and Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS) for a major capital program within a large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role owns the technical delivery, vendor governance, commissioning, and qualification readiness of BAS/EMS systems, ensuring full compliance with global engineering, quality, and cGMP standards. This position requires close collaboration with Maintenance and Operations teams to provide timely, hands-on troubleshooting support for production issues-minimizing downtime and driving continuous improvement. The engineer will take ownership of recurring issues, lead root cause analysis (RCA), and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to enhance system reliability and performance. Overview of Activities
· Strong hands-on experience delivering BAS and EMS systems in regulated (cGMP) manufacturing environments.
· Proven experience with Siemens Desigo CC (BAS architecture, PX controllers, graphics).
· Proven experience with SIMATIC WinCC / WinCC Unified for EMS / SCADA / data acquisition.
· Hands-on Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) experience, including on-site troubleshooting and fault finding.
· Experience developing, reviewing, and governing SDLC and GMP documentation.
· Strong understanding of automation networking, I/O, controls, and system architecture.
· Experience in maintenance engineering, utilities, facilities engineering, or industrial maintenance.
· Experience with utility systems such as HVAC, refrigeration, compressed air, chilled water, boilers, or similar infrastructure.
· Ability to work on-site in Boxmeer as part of a project delivery team
What you bring to the role
· A bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Technology, with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in an FDA-regulated environment.
· Demonstrated experience supporting control systems within a GMP-compliant pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
· A strong track record of successfully executing automation and control system projects in FDA-regulated manufacturing settings.
· Foundational knowledge of automation in pharmaceutical or food processing facilities.
· Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, including batch control systems, software development life cycle methodologies, 21 CFR Part 11, and GAMP.
· Ability to apply cross-disciplinary engineering concepts and practices beyond your primary area of expertise.
· Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage cross-functional teams and leadership with minimal guidance.
· Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset to thrive in team-based environments.
· Working knowledge of programmable logic controllers, industrial controllers, instrumentation, network design, and system software is highly desirable.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
· Willingness to participate in rotating after-hours, weekend, and holiday support schedules for emergency troubleshooting and maintenance.
· Self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
· Enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, cross-functional team environment and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement