PLC PROGRAMMER / AUTOMATION ENGINEER

INNOVATION IS OUR PASSION

Securecell is the trusted partner for biopharma, enabling them to bring new therapies to patients in a safe, efficient, and economical way. We innovate ground-breaking measuring and control engineering technologies to radically improve bioprocessing, medical treatment, and patient health. For more than 25 years, we have been delivering innovative solutions in bioprocess control for biotech, pharma, and academia. This expertise and experience provided the fundament for the technology transfer into the MedTech space and the development of Seraccess, a truly disruptive diabetes therapy.

Continuing steadily on our sustainable innovation path and growth journey, we are looking for talented

PLC PROGRAMMER / AUTOMATION ENGINEER
(ALL GENDERS)

SHAPE THE FUTURE OF BIOPROCESS AUTOMATION 

As part of our multidisciplinary R&D team, you will design and develop automation software solutions that power the next generation of bioprocess automation products. You will take ownership of software architecture and implementation across PLC and HMI, creating maintainable, scalable, and reusable solutions with a strong focus on quality and long-term sustainability. Working closely with scientists and engineering experts from multiple disciplines, you will help shape innovative products, introduce modern development practices, and drive technical excellence from concept through release.

YOUR IMPACT

• Design and develop maintainable, scalable, and reusable automation software solutions in Structured Text (IEC 61131-3), with a strong focus on quality, testing, validation, and long-term sustainability
• Collaborate with automation engineers, scientists, mechanical engineers, and electrical engineers to develop robust automation concepts and translate requirements into effective solutions
• Create intuitive and modern HMIs in close collaboration with our UX/UI designer
• Configure automation hardware, support system integration, and perform commissioning activities
• Investigate complex technical challenges, perform root-cause analysis, and drive sustainable solutions
• Prepare technical specifications and actively contribute to system and software architecture decisions

YOUR PROFILE

• Completed technical education in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or a related field (HF/FH, University), or equivalent hands-on experience with a proven track record in PLC programming
• Solid experience in PLC programming, ideally in Structured Text (IEC 61131-3)
• Experience with Siemens TIA Portal, WinCC
• Experience with mechatronics systems and process control is plus
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git and with software development best practices
• Strong analytical thinking and excellent troubleshooting skills
• A structured, self-driven, and solution-oriented approach to work
• Strong communication skills in English; German is a significant plus
• Experience in bioprocess automation and project management is an advantage.
• Candidates must have the legal right to work in Switzerland. Please indicate your current work authorization status

OUR OFFER

Securecell offers a highly diverse international working environment and the opportunity to collaborate with highly skilled individuals from various disciplines. Partnership and interdisciplinary collaboration are at the core of our company, our research activities, and the commercialization of our marketed products. We nurture true innovation and creative thinking to advance our research projects as well as to continuously improve our marketed products. At Securecell, you will discover a challenging job, inspiring colleagues, and a true purpose. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Please submit your cover letter, CV, certificates, and reference letters via the form on this page.

We accept only direct candidacies (we won’t consider any applications from external agencies).

JOB LOCATION

This position is at Securecell AG headquarters in Urdorf (Zurich), Switzerland.