Senior Automation Engineer (PCS7)

Hybrid

Brussels, Belgium

Freelance

29-01-2025

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Job Specifications

Process Automation Expert (PCS7) | Long-term Contract | Brussels, Belgium
Hybrid role: 2–3 days on-site per week

About the Role
Blackfield Associates is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to lead PCS7 elements of a full-cycle brownfield project with one of our cell therapy biologics clients in Brussels, Belgium. This role requires project expertise in PCS7 within Batch S88 standard environments, a strong understanding of pharmaceutical/biotech cGMP/GAMP regulations, and fluency in both French and English.

Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement automation strategies aligned with project needs
Ensure compliance with cGMP, GAMP, GLP, and other regulatory standards
Lead automation deliverables within detailed design, execution, and CQV phases
Interpret and implement P&IDs and PFDs for process automation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, QA, and CQV
Manage supplier deliverables, ensuring quality and adherence to project timelines

Qualifications & Experience
Proven track record in pharmaceutical automation & engineering project environments
Expertise in bioprocess automation (USP, DSP)
Strong experience with PCS7 (Batch preferred)
Knowledge of cGMP, regulatory requirements, and validation processes
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

If you're available for a new contract opportunity in the coming weeks/months and want to learn more, apply now or message me directly!

About the Company

Blackfield Associates works in partnership with our clients to identify and deliver the right staffing solution to support contract, permanent and managed work programmes. Across the pharmaceutical, medical device, biotechnology and regulated manufacturing sector, we have the experience to provide services on a local or global scale, flexible to your organisation’s needs and time frames. By investing the time to consult with our clients, we gain a complete understanding of your objectives and challenges, enabling us to ens... Know more

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