Senior MES System Engineer | Pharma (Hybrid)

Ambit Iberia·Barcelona & Sant Cugat del Vallès, Spain

What they offer

  • Permanent contract

    Per the ad.

  • Fully remote

    Per the ad.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Ambit Iberia doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

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About the role

We are looking for an "MES Senior Systems Engineer" to support and enhance Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) within a global pharmaceutical environment.

In this role, you will ensure the stable operation, continuous improvement, and compliance of MES applications and their technical environments. You will work closely with IT, business stakeholders, and SMEs to maintain high system availability, support change processes, and ensure alignment with GxP standards.

What you'll do

• Ensure day-to-day operations and stability of MES applications and platforms.

• Execute service requests from IT teams, business users, and stakeholders.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance MES processes and support quality.

• Test, document, implement, and communicate change requests related to MES applications and environments.

• Maintain and update application and system documentation.

• Coordinate and execute testing activities, ensuring proper documentation and evidence.

• Ensure GxP compliance across operations, access management, and system processes.

• Manage and coordinate application and infrastructure changes.

• Analyze system performance, capacity, and scalability, proposing improvements where needed.

• Perform security and access reviews (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability).

• Manage configuration items and periodic system reviews.

• Oversee user access, license usage, and security controls.

• Ensure proper execution of technical operations (backup checks, restore tests, disaster recovery, patching, upgrades).

• Coordinate new demands and requirements with IT stakeholders and SMEs.

• Provide support during audits, including on-site presence when required.

• Ensure all training and compliance requirements are fulfilled.

• Support business hours operations, with occasional planned work outside standard hours.

What we're looking for

• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure technologies (Windows, Linux, Citrix).

• Experience with database systems (Oracle, PostgreSQL).

• Understanding of Operational Technology (OT) environments in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

• Solid experience working in structured and regulated environments (GxP).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

• Ability to work effectively in international and cross-functional teams.

• Advanced or fluent English communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) (preferably Körber PAS-X 3.2 or newer).

• Knowledge of MBR design and lifecycle management within MES platforms.

• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).

• Hands-on experience with Docker-based deployments.

• Experience with Oracle database administration or integration in manufacturing IT systems.

• 3-5 years of professional experience in production IT systems or engineering environments.

What you'll get

  • Salary package based on your profile. We will discuss it on our first call.

  • Permanent Contract

  • Ticket restaurant included in-office hours

  • Flexible Retribution Program (Urban Sports Club)

  • Learning & Development

  • Friend Referral Program

Our goal is that you are well in every way!

How you'll work

  • 08/09h -17/18h from Monday to Friday (flexible)

  • 1 day a month on-site -

About the company

Ambit Iberia

Ambit Iberia

Health

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160 employees