St. Gallen
Automation Engineer / PLC Programmer (m/f/d)
- 13 August 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 100 000 - 115 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- St. Gallen
About the job
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Automation Engineer / PLC Programmer (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF100,000 - 115,000How are innovative packaging solutions for pharmaceutical products created? Our Rocken partner develops and manufactures state-of-the-art machines and process equipment for the pharmaceutical and life sciences industry. The company is part of a globally operating technology group and combines hardware, software and digital services into integrated system solutions. The focus is on parenteral and solid dosage forms as well as intelligent packaging processes. Precision is paramount here – from development through manufacturing to commissioning at the customer. The working style is characterised by technical excellence and the ambition to set standards in the industry. Ready to work on solutions used worldwide in the pharmaceutical industry? Then we look forward to connecting you with our Rocken partner.
Role:
Our client is an internationally active technology company in special machine and plant engineering. For demanding automation projects, we are looking for a technically skilled individual who develops modern machine controls and accompanies projects from conception to commissioning.
Responsibilities:
Develop and optimise PLC software for automated machines
Take responsibility for automation projects in both software and hardware areas
Implement interfaces to external machines and systems
Support machines during internal commissioning from an automation perspective
Prepare and implement retrofits and conversions at the customer site
Analyse technical faults and develop sustainable solutions
Qualifications:
Advanced training at HF/FH level in electrical engineering, automation or equivalent
Professional experience in industrial automation
Solid knowledge of PLC programming
Experience with drive, HMI or vision systems is an advantage
Good English skills for international projects
Independent working style and willingness to travel internationally
Benefits:
- Participation in health measures
- Flexible working hours
- Attractive pension and insurance benefits
- Numerous employee events
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Open corporate culture
- Interesting and varied tasks/projects
- Experienced and dynamic team
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Work location
St. Gallen
Contact
Marco Berlingieri,
+41443852127
