For one of our Pharma clients based in Visp, we are looking for an
EI&C PI Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Key Responsibilities
  • • Administer and maintain PI Data Archive, interfaces, connectors, and supporting infrastructure.
    • Configure and support PI Asset Framework (AF), templates, hierarchies, attributes, and Event Frames (EF).
    • Develop and maintain PI Analytics, KPIs, calculations, and data evaluation solutions.
    • Design, implement, and troubleshoot interfaces between PI and systems such as DeltaV, PLCs, MES, LIMS, and enterprise applications.
    • Develop integrations and applications using PI SDK, AF SDK, PI Web API, REST APIs, and SQL-based solutions.
    • Support data sharing and reporting platforms including Power BI and other analytics tools.
    • Ensure system reliability through monitoring, troubleshooting, lifecycle management, upgrades, and patching.
    • Create and maintain GxP-compliant documentation, support validation activities, and ensure data integrity compliance.
    • Collaborate with Automation, Manufacturing, Engineering, Data Analytics, and IT teams on initiatives.
    Required Qualifications
    • Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or similar.
    • Strong IT background including servers, databases, networking, virtualization, and system integrations.
    • Hands-on experience with:
      • PI Data Archive
      • PI Asset Framework (AF)
      • Event Frames (EF)
      • PI Interfaces & Connectors
      • PI Analytics
      • PI SDK / AF SDK / PI Web API
    • Experience in GMP-regulated environments and GxP documentation.
    • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
    • Fluent English and/or German.
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Experience in pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing.
    • Knowledge of DeltaV, MES, SCADA, and industrial automation systems.
    • Experience with Power BI, SQL databases, and data analytics platforms.
    • Understanding of OT cybersecurity and data governance principles.
    Key Competencies
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
    
    Additional Information:
    100% Site based VISP
    1-year contract with possibility of extension
  • Digital Manufacturing & Industry 4.0
  • Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
  • IT/OT Infrastructure
  • GMP Documentation & Validation
  • System Integration & APIs
  • Data Analytics & Reporting
  • PI AF & Event Frames
  • Process Data Historian Management
  • PI System Administration

If you are interested and believe you are a good fit, do not hesitate to contact me directly: [email protected]