Job description
Take your career to the next level with Amaris Consulting as a MES Application Support Engineer (Pharma). Become part of an international team, thrive in a global group with €800M turnover and 1,000+ clients worldwide, and an agile environment by planning the kickoff and follow up on projects. Join Amaris Consulting, where you can develop your potential and make a difference within the company.
✍️ WHAT WOULD YOU NEED?
Must-have:
Solid experience working with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), ideally in pharma; experience with Körber PAS-X is a strong plus
Good knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems
Good knowledge of Oracle and PostgreSQL databases
Understanding of GxP standards and compliance in a regulated environment
Good knowledge of IT infrastructure technologies, ideally including Citrix
Understanding of Operational Technology (OT) environments and their role in pharmaceutical manufacturing (data acquisition and control systems)
Strong team player, solution-oriented, eager to learn, and comfortable in an international & intercultural environment
English: Advanced / Fluent
Nice to have:
Location: Based in Barcelona (or willing to relocate)
3–5 years of professional experience in production processes with a focus on IT systems or engineering
Knowledge or first experience with MES platforms (especially Körber PAS-X 3.2 or newer)
Knowledge of Docker and/or RedHat OpenShift / Kubernetes
Hands-on experience with Docker-based deployments
Experience with Oracle database administration or integration in manufacturing IT systems
Experience working with Citrix environments
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
You will be part of the extended workbench for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and their technical environments, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of MES applications in a regulated pharma context. Your responsibilities will include:
Provide technical and process support to ensure smooth daily operations of the MES Application
Execute service requests from IT functions, business users, and key stakeholders
Drive continual improvement in MES technical activities and support processes
Test, document, implement, and communicate change requests related to MES Applications and their environments
Execute continual improvement activities to enhance support quality and efficiency
Operational responsibilities:
Provide business hours coverage and support planned out-of-hours/weekend activities
Maintain and update application documentation
Coordinate testing activities and maintain test evidence
Ensure GxP compliance across operations and access processes
Coordinate application and infrastructure changes with relevant IT stakeholders and SMEs
Manage daily operations of MES Applications and Platforms
Analyze system performance, capacity, and scalability, and propose improvements
Perform security and access-related reviews (CIA: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
Maintain configuration items and perform periodic reviews
Review user access, license consumption, and security controls
Technical operations:
Ensure proper technical operations, including: Disaster Recovery tests
Backup reviews and restore checks
Patching and upgrading MES-related systems
Coordinate new demands with IT stakeholders and subject matter experts
Manage change requests end-to-end: testing, documentation, and communication
Provide complete support during audits, including on-site presence when formally requested
Ensure GxP standards and training prerequisites are always fulfilled
WHY US?
Join our dynamic team of talented individuals and experience a world of growth and opportunities. Here's what we offer:
Grow rapidly with a tailored career path and salary evaluation. 70% of our senior leaders started at entry level.
Enhance your skills through our Tech Academy catalog, Udemy E-learning Platform, Language Sessions, webinars, and workshops.
Take charge of your development with an annual personal training budget and company-paid certifications.
Enjoy flexible policies, remote work options, and great social benefits such as: Transit and restaurant tickets
Kindergarten support
Private health insurance
Benefit from our WeCare program, supporting employees in critical situations.
Unleash your full potential, both professionally and personally.
Amaris Consulting is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to promoting diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. For this purpose, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics.
Who are we?
Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade – this is made possible by an international team of 7,600 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.
At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here's what our recruitment process looks like:
Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you!
Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!
Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.
As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience.
We look forward to meeting you!
