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The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and a strong understanding of data integration, analytics, and compliance within a regulated environment.\nPlease note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location or hold an EU passport.\nResponsibilities:\nAdminister and maintain PI Data Archive interfaces, connectors, and supporting infrastructure.\nConfigure and support PI Asset Framework (AF) templates, hierarchies, attributes, and Event Frames (EF).\nDevelop and maintain PI Analytics, KPIs, calculations, and data evaluation solutions.\nDesign, implement, and troubleshoot interfaces between PI and systems such as DeltaV, PLCs, MES, LIMS, and enterprise applications.\nDevelop integrations and applications using PI SDK, AF SDK, PI Web API, REST APIs, and SQL-based solutions.\nSupport data sharing and reporting platforms, including Power BI and other analytics tools.\nEnsure system reliability through monitoring, troubleshooting, lifecycle management, upgrades, and patching.\nCreate and maintain GxP-compliant documentation, support validation activities, and ensure data integrity compliance.\nCollaborate with Automation, Manufacturing, Engineering, Data Analytics, and IT teams on various initiatives.\nKey Skills and Requirements:\nDegree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.\nStrong IT background, including experience with servers, databases, networking, virtualization, and system integrations.\nHands-on experience with:\nPI Data Archive\nPI Asset Framework (AF)\nEvent Frames (EF)\nPI Interfaces and Connectors\nPI Analytics\nPI SDK, AF SDK, and PI Web API\nExperience in GMP-regulated environments and GxP documentation.\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.\nFluent in English and/or German.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience in pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing.\nKnowledge of DeltaV, MES, SCADA, and industrial automation systems.\nFamiliarity with Power BI, SQL databases, and data analytics platforms.\nUnderstanding of OT cybersecurity and data governance principles.\nIf you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Olivier Worch at .\nApply Now:\nIf you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, then please click 'Apply' or to speak to one of our specialists please request a call back at the top of this page.\nProclinical is a leading life sciences recruiter focused on finding exceptional people and matching them with the finest positions across the globe. 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