Automation Engineer | Life Sciences

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world's most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Your role

As an Automation Engineer , you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing industrial automation systems with a focus on data integration and analytics, particularly in GMP-regulated environments.

In this role you will play a key role in:

• Designing and implementing PLC/SCADA systems and industrial networks (Modbus, Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP) for manufacturing clients in pharmaceutical and other regulated industries.
• Developing GMP-compliant automation solutions including programming, validation, and documentation that meet strict regulatory requirements.
• Creating and optimizing data historian systems (WinCC, Ignition, OSIsoft PI) to enable data-driven decision making and process improvement.
• Implementing Industrial IoT architectures using OPC UA, MQTT, and edge computing technologies to connect shop floor systems with enterprise applications.
• Supporting FAT/SAT execution, validation activities, and troubleshooting for complex automation projects.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and IT to deliver integrated automation solutions.

Your profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automation, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in industrial automation with focus on data systems in regulated environments.
• Strong expertise in PLC programming (preferably Siemens TIA Portal) and HMI/SCADA development (WinCC).
• Proven experience with industrial communication protocols and networking (Profinet, Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
• Hands-on experience implementing data historian systems and industrial IoT solutions.
• Knowledge of GMP compliance requirements and validation processes for automated systems.
• Fluent in English and French.

What you'll love about working here

• Free access to learning platforms: Free access for all to world-class learning assets and curated programs from Harvard Business Review, Coursera, Pluralsight, Udemy, Microsoft, AWS, Google and many more.
• Communities: Our Framework drives career development and elevates Capgemini's capabilities across various domains. Roles like architects, software engineers, these communities form the pillars of our Engineering Career Framework, outlining the foundational elements and anticipated growth.
• Worldwide Leader of Engineering Services: Capgemini Engineering combines its broad industry knowledge and cutting-edge technologies in digital and software to support the convergence of the physical and digital worlds. We help our clients unleashing their R&D potential to develop smart products and services of tomorrow.

About Capgemini

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fuelled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.