Industrial Automation Engineer (Pharma, GMP/GAMP 5)

TL;DR

Industrial Automation Engineer (Pharma): Leading and coordinating automation projects within a regulated pharmaceutical environment with an accent on GMP and GAMP 5 compliance. Focus on validating automation architectures, overseeing qualification phases (FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ), and managing technical deliverables across internal teams and external partners.

Location: Ukraine (Kyiv, Lviv, Odesa, Rivne)

Company

hirify.global is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner with nearly 60 years of heritage, delivering end-to-end services across strategy, technology, and engineering.

What you will do

• Define user requirements (URS) and functional specifications (FS) for automation projects.
• Supervise external partners including system integrators and automation specialists.
• Validate automation architectures such as PLC, SCADA, and DCS in line with pharmaceutical standards.
• Oversee qualification phases including FAT, SAT, IQ, and OQ.
• Manage technical changes within the quality system and support internal and external audits.
• Draft and review project documentation including electrical drawings and test protocols.

Requirements

• English: Upper-intermediate required
• Proven experience in automation within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, GAMP 5, and validation processes.
• Familiarity with industrial automation platforms like Siemens, Rockwell, or DeltaV.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automation, Industrial IT, or Process Engineering.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a regulated environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Health insurance provided from the first day of employment.
• Company-provided Christmas holidays from December 25 to December 31.
• Support for military and veterans through internal policies and partnerships with Veteran HUB.
• Global environment with opportunities for professional growth in a leading engineering services firm.