The team looks forward to shaping the future together with you. The position is full-time and based on site in Guxhagen (near Kassel).
Grow with us – Your Responsibilities
- In this role, you develop design documents in the field of automation and take responsibility for reviewing and approving documents with technical content
- You are responsible for the development and maintenance of the software of our biopharmaceutical systems in accordance with the ISA S88 design philosophy
- On a project basis, you support the integration of Sartorius automation platforms into higher-level systems such as DeltaV, PCS 7, etc., and develop project-specific automation concepts, software, and layouts based on this
- You work across disciplines with other departments and support projects in upstream, downstream, and freeze & thaw areas using various automation platforms
- During the concept and proposal phase of a project, you provide technical consulting to our customers on site and identify customer-specific requirements (User Requirements Specification)
- You are responsible for creating and maintaining system documentation and user manuals
- In addition, you perform functional tests, approve the programmed software (Software Factory Acceptance Test), and support Factory Acceptance Tests and Site Acceptance Tests
What will convince us
- A successfully completed technical degree in automation engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a comparable field
- Several years of professional experience in programming automation solutions, as well as solid knowledge of programmable logic controllers, DeltaV, or comparable tools
- This is complemented by knowledge of network communication (Ethernet TCP/UDP) and experience with fieldbus systems such as Profinet, Modbus, EtherNet/IP, etc.
- Experience in high-level programming languages is desirable
- Initial experience with biopharmaceutical processes in upstream or downstream is an advantage
- Initial experience in leading technical projects is a plus
- A structured way of working, very good organizational skills, strong communication skills, and team spirit distinguish you
- Fluent German and English skills as well as a willingness to travel occasionally (approx. 15%) complete your profile
What we offer
As a growing global life science company, stock listed on the MDAX, Sartorius offers a wide range of Benefits:
- Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, Talent Talks, internal seminar offerings, coaching for managers
- Work life balance: Remote options, flextime, flexible work schedules, sabbaticals
- Attractive compensation: Vacation and holiday bonuses including pension benefits with a 37.5 hr. week (SSS, SSP), 30 vacation days
- Making an impact right from the start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform even before joining, Welcome Workshops, "buddy" as point of contact
- Financial allowances: Childcare costs, supplementary long-term care insurance and an attractive offer of supplementary occupational disability insurance (without health check)
- Future contribution: Annual choice between five additional vacation days or a special payment
We support diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from people of all nationalities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, ages, disabilities and cultural backgrounds.
About Sartorius
Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.
We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.
Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.
www.sartorius.com/careers
Skills Required
- Technical degree in automation engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or comparable field
- Several years of professional experience programming automation solutions
- Solid knowledge of programmable logic controllers and tools such as DeltaV or comparable systems
- Knowledge of network communication (Ethernet TCP/UDP) and experience with fieldbus systems (Profinet, Modbus, EtherNet/IP)
- Fluent German and English
- Willingness to travel occasionally (approx. 15%)
- Experience in high-level programming languages
- Initial experience with biopharmaceutical processes (upstream or downstream)
- Initial experience leading technical projects
- Structured working style, strong organizational and communication skills, and team spirit
Sartorius Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes multiple medical plan options with dental, vision, HSA/FSA, EAP, and wellness resources across many locations. Quality of core medical, dental, and vision is characterized as solid.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with a company match highlighted in U.S. materials and employer‑verified listings. The match is characterized as generous at some sites.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible hours and hybrid/home‑office options are available where roles and regions allow, with role‑dependent perks in some locations. Broader extras such as commuter benefits, discounts, and tuition assistance add optionality where eligible.
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What We Do
Sartorius is a leading international partner of life sciences research and biopharmaceutical manufacturing. We help our customers #SimplifyProgress from drug discovery to manufacturing so that more people can have access to better medicine. With this, we are #PartOfTheSolution in the fight against diseases worldwide. With innovative laboratory instruments and consumables, the our Lab Products & Services division focuses on laboratories performing research and quality control at pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies as well as academic research institutes. The Bioprocess Solutions division, with its broad product portfolio focusing on single-use solutions, helps customers manufacture biotech medications, vaccines, and cell and gene therapies safely, rapidly, and economically. Based in Göttingen, Germany, Sartorius also has a strong global reach with around 60 production and sales sites worldwide. We regularly expand our portfolio through the acquisition of complementary technologies. In 2023, Sartorius generated sales revenue of around 3.4 billion euros. Currently, around 14,600 employees from around 110 nations are working for customers around the globe. Join our team, partner or collaborate with us.
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