Amaris Consulting is seeking a MES Application Support Engineer (Pharma) to join an international team in a integral group with €800M turnover and 1,000+ clients worldwide. The role involves planning project kickoffs and following up on projects while ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations of MES applications in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Required Qualifications

Solid experience working with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), ideally in pharma; experience with Körber PAS‑X is a strong plus

Good knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems

Good knowledge of Oracle and PostgreSQL databases

Understanding of GxP standards and compliance in a regulated environment

Good knowledge of IT infrastructure technologies, ideally including Citrix

Understanding of Operational Technology (OT) environments and their role in pharmaceutical manufacturing (data acquisition and control systems)

Strong team player, solution‑oriented, eager to learn, and comfortable in an international & intercultural environment

English: Advanced / Fluent

Desired Qualifications / Nice to Have

Location: Based in Barcelona (or willing to relocate)

3–5 years of professional experience in production processes with a focus on IT systems or engineering

Knowledge or first experience with MES platforms (especially Körber PAS‑X 3.2 or newer)

Knowledge of Docker and/or RedHat OpenShift / Kubernetes

Hands‑on experience with Docker‑based deployments

Experience with Oracle database administration or integration in manufacturing IT systems

Experience working with Citrix environments

Key Responsibilities

Provide technical and process support to ensure smooth daily operations of the MES Application

Execute service requests from IT functions, business users, and key stakeholders

Drive continual improvement in MES technical activities and support processes

Test, document, implement, and communicate change requests related to MES Applications and their environments





Execute continual improvement activities to enhance support quality and efficiency

Provide business hours coverage and support planned out‑of‑hours/weekend activities

Maintain and update application documentation

Coordinate testing activities and maintain test evidence

Ensure GxP compliance across operations and access processes

Coordinate application and infrastructure changes with relevant IT stakeholders and SMEs

Manage daily operations of MES Applications and Platforms

Analyze system performance, capacity, and scalability, and propose improvements

Perform security and access‑related reviews (CIA: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)

Maintain configuration items and perform periodic reviews

Review user access, license consumption, and security controls

Ensure proper technical operations, including Disaster Recovery tests

Backup reviews and restore checks

Patching and upgrading MES‑related systems

Coordinate new demands with IT stakeholders and subject matter experts

Manage change requests end‑to‑end: testing, documentation, and communication

Provide complete support during audits, including on‑site presence when formally requested

Ensure GxP standards and training prerequisites are always fulfilled

Benefits

Grow rapidly with a tailored career path and salary evaluation; 70% of senior leaders started at entry level

Enhance your skills through our Tech Academy catalog, Udemy E‑learning Platform, language sessions, webinars, and workshops

Annual personal training budget and company‑paid certifications

Flexible policies, remote work options, and social benefits such as transit and restaurant tickets

Kindergarten support

Private health insurance

WeCare program to support employees in critical situations

Equal Opportunity Statement Amaris Consulting is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace. We are committed to promoting diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics.

📌 MES Manufacturing Engineer (Madrid)
🏢 Amaris Consulting
📍 Madrid