Liestal
Senior MES System Engineer (m/f/d)
- 12 September 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Native language)
- Liestal
About the job
We have developed a web-based online platform for job searching and talent acquisition that digitalises the
application process and supports the company in quickly recognising talents in the market and securing them for the long term. With a digital Rocken profile, every
applicant can quickly and easily connect with market-leading companies and share their profile.
Our work places people at the centre both technologically and organically. Rocken® offers
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of each person and to implement these optimally in recruitment and career planning.
Senior MES System Engineer (m/f/d)
Peptides and oligonucleotides – two building blocks with great potential in the modern pharmaceutical industry. Our Rocken partner is a globally established manufacturer and development partner in this highly specialised segment. The company combines decades of experience with innovative research and produces customised active ingredients for clinical and commercial applications. Your field of activity spans the entire value chain – from the development of new molecules through GMP-compliant manufacturing to analytical quality assurance. You work in an international, science-driven environment where precision and personal responsibility matter. Expertise, collaboration and continuous development shape everyday life. Ready to contribute at the forefront of pharmaceutical innovation? Then we look forward to connecting you with our Rocken partner.Role:
An experienced individual is sought as Senior MES System Engineer for an innovative production environment. In this role, you take technical responsibility for a central manufacturing execution platform and accompany its entire lifecycle – from conception and implementation to stable operation and continuous development.
Particularly exciting is working on modern smart manufacturing and digital factory initiatives in a highly regulated environment. You will work closely with departments from production, IT/OT, automation, engineering and quality.
Responsibilities:
Responsibility for design, configuration, implementation, validation, operation and optimisation of a PAS-X-based MES platform
Support of MES projects for new production facilities including planning, commissioning, qualification and go-live
Development of scalable MES architectures and implementation of requirements into functional and technical solutions
Integration of the MES with ERP, LIMS, historian, automation and other production systems
Ensuring availability, performance and reliability as well as handling changes, incidents and deviations
Creation and maintenance of GMP-compliant documentation as well as support during audits, validations and regulatory inspections
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, automation technology, information technology, pharmaceutical technology or a comparable technical field
4-6 years of practical experience with Körber PAS-X MES in a pharmaceutical or biotechnological production environment
Experience with MES implementations for new production sites, expansions or extensive digitalisation projects
Solid knowledge of MES/IT-OT architectures, system integration, smart manufacturing as well as infrastructure, networks and virtualisation
Experience with CSV/CSA, GAMP5, data integrity as well as regulatory requirements such as Annex 11 and 21 CFR Part 11
Very good English skills, German skills advantageous, as well as strong communication, analysis and problem-solving skills
Benefits:
- Home office
- Experienced and dynamic team
- Coaching and mentoring
- Flexible working hours
- Open corporate culture
- Comfortable office with modern infrastructure
- Interesting and varied tasks/projects
- International environment
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Work location
Liestal
Contact
Diego Barth,
+41443852145
