PI Data Historian System Engineer , 80 - 100%

• Manage the full system lifecycle: development, installation, maintenance, and upgrades of the PI Data Historian System.
• Administer a 24/7 operational PI System, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Lead change, incident, and problem management in collaboration with IT / OT, cross-functional stakeholders, and end users.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to data collection, storage, and retrieval.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Translate customer requirements into robust technical solutions.
• Design, implement, and optimize data historian solutions, including integration with equipment, control systems and third-party applications.
• Conduct performance analysis and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Design and configure complex data tags tailored to project / business needs.
• Develop custom interfaces and connectors to enhance data integration.
• Collaborate with other departments and external vendors.
• Create and maintain comprehensive GMP-compliant documentation across the system lifecycle.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) during audits and assessments, ensuring compliance with internal, industry and regulatory standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 3-5 years of hands-on experience in system design, implementation, and technical project leadership.
• Proven experience with the AVEVA PI Data Historian system.
• Strong background in managing and administering production-critical applications.
• Familiarity with hosting, networking, and cybersecurity principles is a plus.
• Experience with Computerized System Validation (CSV), compliance, and data integrity.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of data integration and historian system architecture.
• Understanding of industrial/manufacturing processes and automation systems.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell) for automation of tasks and workflows.
• Experience with data contextualization, visualization, and reporting platforms.
• Fluent English and good German knowledge required.

• Flexible working hours with home office days and an option for obtaining additional vacation days through workload reduction.
• Employee development through numerous internal and external training opportunities.
• 60% coverage of pension fund contributions by Bachem AG as well as option for extra-mandatory pension provision with our Pension Plan Plus.
• Access to the Swibeco benefits platform with discounts from external partners.
• Fresh, healthy and varied food in our staff restaurant.
• A wide range of free sports activities on the Bachem Campus.

Would you like to drive innovation together with us?

We look forward to receiving your complete application documents via our application portal.

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Bachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides. With over 50 years of experience and expertise Bachem provides products for research, clinical development and commercial application to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide and offers a comprehensive range of services. Bachem operates internationally with headquarters in Switzerland and locations in Europe, the US and Asia. The company is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. For further information, see www.bachem.com .