Automation Engineer
Hainaut, Belgium
About Nalys
Nalys is a fast‑growing consultancy company specialized in high‑tech engineering and life sciences. We empower our consultants to thrive by combining technical excellence, a people‑centric culture, and impactful projects with leading industry players. Joining Nalys means becoming part of a collaborative community driven by innovation, expertise, and continuous growth.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an Automation Engineer to support one of our pharmaceutical partners in the Hainaut. In this role, you will contribute to the commissioning and qualification of automated systems within a highly regulated environment. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that automation solutions meet technical, operational, and compliance expectations — with a strong emphasis on HVAC regulation systems and documentation management.
Your Responsibilities
As an Automation Engineer, you will:
Review, update, and validate automation documentation (functional analyses, control system architectures, software descriptions, FAT/SAT protocols, etc.)
Contribute to the design, optimization, and troubleshooting of automated systems, particularly those related to HVAC regulation
Ensure alignment with applicable pharmaceutical regulations, standards, and internal quality requirements
Actively support qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ), including test preparation, execution, and reporting
Collaborate with project teams, integrators, vendors, and validation specialists to deliver robust, compliant automation solutions
Participate in system commissioning and provide technical support throughout start‑up phases.
Skills & Qualifications
We’re looking for someone with:
A master’s degree (or equivalent) in automation, industrial engineering, control systems, or related field
Strong expertise in HVAC control and automation
Experience with Siemens PLCs (S7) is a strong asset
Prior experience in pharmaceutical, or similarly regulated environments
Solid understanding of validation and qualification processes for automated systems
Ability to produce, analyze, and validate structured technical documentation
A proactive mindset, strong communication skills, and comfort working in a fast‑paced, compliance‑driven context.
The Recruitment Process
By applying for this position, you will go through our standard Nalys recruitment journey:
First conversation – Olivia Braszko, Talent Acquisition Specialist, will review your application and schedule an initial introduction call
Technical interview – Discussion with one of our Technical Refrents to evaluate your expertise and project expectations
Final interview – Meeting with the Business Unit Director, Alexandre Ivankovich, to validate your fit with Nalys’ culture and mission.
Interested?
If you’re passionate about automation in a regulated environment and want to join a dynamic consulting community where your technical expertise truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and shape the future of engineering with Nalys!