Experienced Engineer for Commissioning and Qualification (inhouse & onsite)

Allschwil, CHPosted Nov 2, 2026

Job description

Founded in 1968, SKAN is a pioneer in cleanroom equipment and the development of isolators for the pharmaceutical industry. Innovative products, tailor-made solutions and an effective service organization have made SKAN a market leader and a key partner to industry and research laboratories.

Overview

The position as a Engineer for Commissioning and Qualification of our state-of-the-art machines in an international pharmaceutical environment offers you the opportunity to use your technical knowledge while continuously learning in a dynamic work setting. Our fantastic team as well as the SKAN Academy training program will support you in your new role.

Ideally, you have a strong team spirit and also several years of experience in a technical field with international travel activities. At SKAN, you will spend around 50% of your time on-site at our customer site (pharma), commissioning and qualifying our isolators. This gives you the chance to experience new cultures and actively use your language skills while working on exciting projects worldwide.

Responsibilities

Commissioning of (Isolator-) systems as well as peripherals and working with common PLCs Input/Output Tests (I/O-Tests) and line-Tests Documentation according to cGMP Installation and Operational Qualification (IQ/OQ) of (Isolator-) systems: Design document checks against plant (PID-Diagram, Electrical & Pneumatic Diagram or Label lists) Sensor / Instrument calibration and adjustment Qualification of ventilation system (Filter test, air velocity mapping and cleanliness class) Alarm testing & Functional tests Documentation according to cGMP Troubleshooting, Analysis and elimination of mechanical, electrical or software deviations Hardskills Engineer in the field of Mechatronics, electrical engineering, automation, systems engineering or similar Basic knowledge in handling of common PLCs (mostly Siemens and Rockwell Allen-Bradley) Professional experience in the field of commissioning is an advantage Working in GMP environment is ideal Car Driving license is a must Very good English and German language skills are essential.

The minimum requirement for German is a completed Level B1.2 or B2 (preferred) Softskills Responsible and precise way of working Enjoy working in a team Solution oriented and reliable Strong customer and service orientation strong communication skills flexible and eager to learn We offer you An open and collaborative corporate culture Freedom to contribute and develop ideas Opportunities to participate in sports and social activities Professional development and continuous learning opportunities, especially at our SKAN Academy Comprehensive and career-focused onboarding Quick decision-making paths and flat hierarchies Transparent and open communication 5 weeks of vacation, with the option to take additional leave Additional information We look forward to receiving your complete application documents (CV, diplomas and employment references) via our career page.

For this position, we are focusing on direct applications and are not working with external agencies. Any dossiers submitted by agencies will not be processed. For questions please contact Viviane Braxton.

Description copied from SKAN's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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