Automation Engineer at Orion Pharma

Oulu, North Ostrobothnia, Finland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Automation Engineering, Project Management, PLC Programming, Instrumentation Design, Commissioning, Validation, Technical Documentation, Hardware Design, Software Design, FAT/SAT Testing, Risk Assessment, Database Management

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Your role We are looking for a solution-oriented and proactive Automation Engineer to join our automation team at Fermion’s production site in Oulu. Fermion’s production sites are highly automated, utilizing process automation and building automation systems, PLCs, and recipe and reporting systems. In this role, you will take an active role in production process and equipment renewals, expansion projects, and production efficiency initiatives. We are continuously seeking solutions within automation that support smarter and more efficient ways of working. Responsibilities Your responsibilities will include automation lifecycle maintenance activities, leading automation related matters in projects, oversee commissioning activities as well as taking part in validations, documentation needs, and technical development. The wide scope and complexity of this role add variety to your workdays. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional development and continuous learning together with your colleagues. You will: * After you have completed your onboarding, take over a key user role for defined systems. As a key user you are responsible for system functionality and maintenance, ensuring that requirements are met. * Lead automation and instrumentation design in change and project work, from design to definition of HW and SW solutions, coordination of suppliers, partners, and subcontractors, FAT/SAT testing, commissioning and validation. * Participate in the development of production automation and supporting the lifecycle management of production equipment from an automation perspective. What you can expect from us Our work community has a relaxed atmosphere that genuinely supports and ensures safety. Our colleagues have extensive expertise in automation and various systems, and you will receive continuous support in your daily work. In your role, you will collaborate with a wide network of designers and suppliers. You will have the opportunity to work in the pharmaceutical industry and contribute to the development of production technology, methods, and operating models used in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Flexibility and remote work are familiar concepts to us, and maintaining a healthy work–life balance is important. We face challenges together, strive for excellence, and build the future by developing tomorrow’s solutions together with our customers. At Orion, your work creates true impact and well-being for our customers, patients and society at large. Our culture of friendliness, respect, mutual appreciation and diversity creates a safe working environment where you can strive for excellence. We offer a wealth of career paths and development opportunities that support the development of innovative solutions and improving the quality of life. Please visit our website to find further information about our values and Orion as an employer https://www.orion.fi/en/careers/orion-as-an-employer/ [https://www.orion.fi/en/careers/orion-as-an-employer/]. What are we looking for? To succeed in this role, you will need: * A suitable education in automation (Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering) and relevant work experience. * Strong project management and communication skills. * Good documentation skills and the ability to develop documentation processes. * Previous project-based work experience in an industrial environment. * A genuine interest in learning new technologies and systems. * Fluency in Finnish and English, both spoken and written. Finnish is our primary working language. Considered as an advantage: * Knowledge of one or more of the following systems: Honeywell Experion PKS, Siemens S7, Schneider building automation. * AutoCAD/Cadmatic and hardware design skills. * Knowledge of safety circuits and risk assessment processes. * Database and programming skills. * Previous experience in the pharmaceutical or food industry and knowledge of GMP. How to apply? Please submit your application via our website no later than May 24, 2026. We typically review applications already during the application period and may start interviewing candidates before the application deadline. Therefore, we invite you to send your application as soon as possible. For more information about the position, please contact Jarkko Anttila, Automation Manager, tel. +358 50 966 8464 on Mondays between 3:00–4:00 PM or Thursdays between 3:00–4:00 PM. #LI-ORION Approved medical examination which also includes drug testing is required prior to the employment. We will also carry out a security clearance prior to the employment for the selected person. Your new team Fermion Oy is a subsidiary of Orion and develops and produces all active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for Orion's in-house developed innovative medicines and for some of Orion's branded, generic and animal health products. Fermion also develops and produces a series of generic APIs for various indications and is active as CDMO, contract development and manufacturing organization, to serve other pharmaceutical companies. The company has produced APIs in Hanko, Finland since 1973, and the plant currently has personnel of 180. The company's Oulu plant commenced operations back in 1964 and currently employs more than 100 professionals. Fermion’s head office is in Espoo where R&D, S&M and part of QM personnel are located. Altogether approximately 400 professionals work for Fermion. Orion Pharma is a globally operating Nordic pharmaceutical company – a builder of well-being for over a hundred years. We’re home to more than 4,000 Orionees around the world, and we’re proud to be known as a responsible employer and a great place to work. At Orion Pharma, people are truly valued and trusted, encouraged to grow, and supported by a culture where every voice is heard. We appreciate each other, strive for excellence, and build the future. Together we develop, manufacture, and market human and veterinary pharmaceuticals and active pharmaceutical ingredients. Our extensive portfolio includes proprietary and generic medicines as well as consumer health products. The core therapy areas of our pharmaceutical R&D are oncology and pain. Proprietary products developed by Orion Pharma are used to treat cancer, neurological diseases, respiratory diseases, and more. We offer careers with a clear purpose: empowering people to live their lives to the fullest. About Orion [https://www.orionpharma.com/about-orion/]

Responsibilities

The role involves managing the automation lifecycle, leading design and commissioning for production equipment renewals, and acting as a key user for defined systems. You will coordinate with suppliers and partners to implement hardware and software solutions that improve production efficiency.