Job Description

Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture; dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 30.000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture.

Role purpose:

As a member of the Automation Engineering Support Team, the Software Engineer is responsible for the technical availability, optimization, and expansion of automation systems (DeltaV/Simatic/SIS) for buildings, production, and infrastructure facilities, considering internal and regulatory requirements. As a gatekeeper of the software system, standards are developed and implemented. The role also ensures that external software work is executed according to local standards.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for Emerson DeltaV process control system and bus and third-party systems
• Creation and implementation of comprehensive technical automation concepts (Emerson DeltaV)
• Development of libraries, engineering templates, DeltaV code, graphics, and recipes
• Responsible for updating software documentation
• Programming of control and visualization systems (DeltaV, SIS, Simatic S5/S7 advantageous)
• Contact person for troubleshooting, recipe control, and program modifications in existing facilities
• Support production in process optimization
• Implementation of investment projects for DeltaV software from the Opex portfolio
• Subject matter expert and recipient of DeltaV software work from Capex projects
• Creation and compliance with DeltaV software specifications
• Implementation of global DeltaV software standards at the Muttenz site and participation in cross-site collaborations
• Support of Team Leader Automation and stakeholders; ensuring safety-relevant requirements in DeltaV; support of OSI-PI, Seeq, and alarm management

Qualifications

• Technical degree, preferably in Electrical/Automation or Chemical Process Engineering
• Minimum 5 years experience in industrial automation, preferably in chemical/pharmaceutical industry and with DeltaV systems support
• Languages: German and English written and spoken (French advantageous)
• Good knowledge of MS Office and other standard programs, SAP-PM and COMOS knowledge advantageous
• Comprehensive DeltaV knowledge (system architecture, coding, application) - mandatory (DeltaV training certificate); Siemens DCS and Simatic control advantageous
• Familiarity with state-of-the-art technology, methodology, modern standards, and current trends in process automation
• Proven experience in software development, troubleshooting, and problem-solving
• Project experience in matrix organizations; project management advantageous
• Basic undestanding of project management, documentation of technical changes, risk analyses, scope definition, URS creation, and implementation of DeltaV software projects
• On-call duty readiness required

Additional Information

We offer numerous financial and non-financial benefits, including:

• A position contributing to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment
• The opportunity to make a difference in process safety, both within Syngenta's global operations and in shaping safety regulations and culture worldwide
• An excellent working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce, where new ideas are always welcome
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced colleagues, achieving scientific and technical excellence
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training opportunities
• You benefit from a competitive pension plan, flexible work arrangements, attractive bonus system, company doctor, fitness room, canteen, and other benefits (family-friendly initiatives, child and family allowances...)

Please submit your complete application with CV, diploma, and work references (if available).

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status