Senior Automation/PI Engineer – Global MSAT, Remote, US

Job Title: Senior Automation/PI Engineer – Global MSAT, Remote 

About Us: this is who we are

At Evotec, we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We're on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn't just encouraged—it’s celebrated.

Are you someone who asks questions, seeks answers, and isn't afraid to go deeper?   #BeCureious with us and see where your curiosity can take you!

The Role: / your challenge, …in our journey

We’re looking for a passionate and curious Senior Automation/PI Engineer – Global MSAT to join our team. If you’re excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories.

As Senior Automation/PI Engineer – Global MSAT at Evotec, you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It’s a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team.

The ideal candidate will ensure the platform aligns with organizational objectives, complies with data governance protocols, and provides advanced reporting and analytics capabilities. This is a dynamic, technical role demanding proficiency in process control systems, OT architecture, and AVEVA PI tools, such as PI Asset Framework (AF) and PI Vision. 

As a member of the Global MSAT Automation team, this role will oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of the AVEVA PI infrastructure to support OT and process control systems across global operations. The position involves developing innovative solutions to address complex technical challenges, contributing to Just-Evotec’s vision of a cutting-edge, adaptable cGMP manufacturing facility focused on continuous processing. Expertise in process control systems, OT infrastructure, and AVEVA PI tools (including PI AF and PI Vision) is essential. The role also requires familiarity with automation platforms such as DeltaV, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Wonderware to provide production automation support. Additionally, experience in a GMP environment, change control processes, and automation validation per GAMP5 standards is required. 

Travel Requirements & Flexibility: 

This position involves periodic travel to our JEB Toulouse facility. Flexibility in work hours is necessary to facilitate effective collaboration with European colleagues across time zones. 

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee the comprehensive deployment of the AVEVA PI system, encompassing planning, configuration, validation, and rollout across international sites. 

• Work closely with the France-based team to ensure smooth integration and compliance with local operational needs. 

• Architect and sustain the PI system framework, utilizing PI AF and PI Vision to meet process control, data management, and visualization requirements. 

• Lead the continuous development of the AVEVA PI ecosystem by integrating new data sources, use cases, and improvements driven by business needs. 

• Ensure seamless OT infrastructure integration, maintaining secure and dependable connectivity between PI systems and process control environments. 

• Implement and uphold data governance and management standards to guarantee data accuracy, consistency, and accessibility. 

• Create and refine reporting and analytics tools using AVEVA PI to deliver actionable insights to stakeholders. 

• Provide technical guidance and support to global teams, resolving issues and ensuring system reliability and performance. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional groups, including IT, OT, and engineering, to align