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OT Engineer (all genders)
As an OT Engineer (all genders) you are responsible for the integration and further development of Historian and automation systems in a GxP-regulated production environment at the Leverkusen site.
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- You take responsibility for the end-to-end connectivity of production equipment and OT systems, including architecture, integration, and continuous improvement in a GxP-regulated environment (incl. change management, validation support, documentation, and quality assurance)
- You ensure a stable, secure, and compliant operation of the OT infrastructure (in particular Siemens PCS 7 landscapes) and further develop it in line with sustainable lifecycle management
- You are responsible for the integration of production equipment (e.g., PCS 7, Desigo, packaging systems, utilities) and other OT systems via industrial interfaces (e.g., OPC UA/DA, network integration, system-specific interfaces)
- You design and optimize network-based communication structures and data flows between machines, control systems, and higher-level systems
- You ensure consistent and scalable usage of production data, including the connection of historian solutions (e.g., AVEVA PI) as part of the overall architecture
- You actively contribute to the operation and further development of virtualization and infrastructure platforms in OT environments (e.g., Hyper-V in the PCS 7 context) – from planning and implementation to optimization and troubleshooting
- You support the analysis and resolution of incidents within the system and communication landscape, especially at OT system interfaces
- You provide technical guidance and support to Manufacturing Operations and Automation Engineering with a focus on connectivity, data flows, and system integration in OT environments
- You manage external service providers and foster knowledge sharing and capability development within OT system engineering and across the organization
WHAT DISTINGUISHES YOU
- You hold a Master’s degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree with relevant professional experience
- You bring solid experience in OT environments and industrial system integration, ideally within a GxP-regulated industry (e.g., Pharma, Chemicals)
- You have hands-on experience with Siemens PCS 7 (including infrastructure, networking, and virtualization) and potentially other automation systems
- You have experience in the integration of machines and systems via industrial interfaces and networks (e.g., OPC UA/DA, databases, REST)
- Experience with historian systems such as AVEVA PI (e.g., data acquisition, interfaces) complements your profile
- You have a strong understanding of OT architectures, network communication, and data flows between systems
- You are familiar with lifecycle management and operation of OT systems under GMP/GxP, including change management and documentation
- You combine conceptual thinking with operational proximity to production and enjoy taking ownership
- Strong communication and coordination skills in German and English round off your profile
- Your experience in technical ownership or lead roles combines conceptual responsibility with operational proximity to production
- Strong communication and coordination skills in German and English round off your profile
WHAT WE OFFER
Our benefits package is flexible, appreciative, and tailored to your lifestyle, because: What matters to you, matters to us!
- We ensure your financial stability with a competitive salary between 77.300€ und 93.800€ per year (full-time) plus a variable component. Your compensation is based on your qualifications, skills, and professional experience.
- Whether it’s hybrid work models or part-time arrangements: Whenever it is possible, you will have the flexibility to work how, when and where it is best for you.
- Your family is a top priority. We offer loving company daycare centers at multiple locations, support in finding childcare, time off for the care of elderly or dependent family members, summer camps for children, and much more.
- We support your professional growth by providing access to learning and development opportunities, training programs through the Bayer Learning Academy, development dialogues, as well as coaching and mentoring programs.
- We promote health awareness and opportunities for selfcare through various measures, such as free health checks with the company doctor.
- We embrace diversity by providing an inclusive work environment in which you are welcomed, supported, and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.
Be You. Be Bayer.
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YOUR APPLICATION
This is your opportunity to tackle the world’s biggest challenges with us: Maintaining our health, feeding growing populations and slowing the rate of climate change. You have a voice, ideas and perspectives and we want to hear them. Because our success begins with you. Be part of something big. Be Bayer.
Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
Location: Germany : North Rhine Westfalia : Leverkusen
Division: Pharmaceuticals
Reference Code: 869532
