Overview

Are you ready to join a world leader in the exciting and dynamic fields of the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device industries ? PQE Group has been at the forefront of these industries since 1998 , with 40 subsidiaries and more than 2000 employees in Europe, Asia and the Americas .

Following a new opportunity, we are currently looking for a Senior Automation Engineer , with a strong background in regulated industrial environments, ideally within pharmaceutical, biotech or life sciences manufacturing, to support our projects in Melbourne , Australia.

Project Information

- Location : Melbourne, Victoria
- Avaialbility : Full on site
- Duration : TBD

Responsibilities

- Supporting automation and CSV-related activities within a large-scale, long-term industrial program.
- Managing and coordinating the full lifecycle of automation systems, including requirements definition, implementation, testing, validation support, and ongoing operation.
- Providing technical leadership on automation topics within regulated manufacturing environments.
- Collaborating closely with CSV and quality teams to ensure systems meet regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g. GMP).
- Acting as a key technical point of contact for automation activities across manufacturing sites in Australia.
- Coordinating automation activities within multidisciplinary and international teams.
- Contributing to continuous improvement of automation processes, standards, and documentation over the duration of the program.

About You

- You have at least 6-8 years of experience as an Automation Engineer within industrial environments.
- You have a solid background in automation systems and hands-on experience working across the automation lifecycle , including implementation, testing, and operational support.




- You have experience working in CSV-driven or regulated environments ; prior exposure to pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences manufacturing is considered a nice to have .
- You are familiar with computer system validation concepts and understand the interaction between automation and compliance requirements.
- You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Automation, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or similar).
- You are comfortable working in complex, long-term projects and coordinating technical activities with cross-functional teams.
- You are available for a full in office position in Melbourne and open to a long-term engagement.

Nice to Have

- Hands-on experience with MES, DCS, or automation platforms used in regulated manufacturing environments.
- Exposure to the full lifecycle management of systems such as:
- Prior involvement in long-term industrial or global automation programs.

Next Steps

Upon receiving your application, if a match is found, the Recruiting department will contact you for an initial HR interview.

If there's a positive match, a technical interview with the Hiring Manager will be arranged.

In the case of a positive outcome coming from Hiring Manager interview, recruiter will contact you for further steps or to discuss our proposal.

Alternatively, if the outcome is negative, we will contact you to halt the recruitment process.

Working at PQE Group

As a member of the PQE team, you will be part of a challenging, multicultural company that values collaboration and innovation . PQE Group gives you the opportunity to work on international projects , improve your skills and interact with colleagues from all corners of the world. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career , PQE Group is the perfect place for you. Apply now and take the first step towards an amazing future with us.

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📌 Senior Automation Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 PQE Group
📍 Melbourne