Service Software Engineer (automation)

Location:

Mataro – Basque Country, Spain

Salary:

Competitive

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Advertiser:

ATS Automation

Job ID:

132713610

Posted On:

20 February 2026

Job Description

Comecer Barcelona, an ATS Company, is a leading company in the design and development of machinery for the pharmaceutical sector. We are one of the few companies worldwide with the capability to supply complete aseptic filling lines. Our portfolio includes washers, tunnels, dosing systems, capping machines, and loading systems. For our Mataró facility, we are looking for an Automation Software Engineer (Service Support) to join our team.

Roles and responsibilities

-Make technical decisions within software design
-Reporting new ideas
-Follow standard designs and methodologies
-Work towards achieving individual and team objectives
-Support the team during the detailed software design phase
-Ensure all department requirements are included in the software design
-Maintain strong coordination and communication with the team
-Support in the creation of project documentation
-Play a key role in design reviews
-Ensure task objectives in terms of planning and quality are met
-Ensure comply with pharmaceutical industry standards (GMP, GAMP, FDA, etc.)
-Ensure full traceability of software design modifications
-Promote continuous improvement, identifying opportunities for innovation and standardization
-Provide technical support to Service department
 

Main Tasks

-Support in software development: HMI/SCADA
-Implement and follow the defined software architecture (functional diagrams, specific modules, libraries)
-Create and maintain technical software documentation (manuals, diagrams, SDS, software BOMs)
-Support generating technical guidelines and standards
-Support in technical studies and calculations
-Participate in design reviews and functional testing (FAT, SAT)
-Collaborate in the resolution of software issues and non-conformities
-Apply programming best practices, standards, and documentation methodologies
-Participate in the implementation of software changes and updates
-Perform software testing to ensure quality and functionality
-Contribute to continuous improvement
-Identify improvement opportunities and potential technological innovations
-Coordinate with other departments
-Perform other business-related tasks as required
-Provide technical assistance and collaborate with Service department when required
-Ensure effective and professional communication with customers
-Document incidents, root causes, and corrective actions to support continuous improvement
-Contribute to knowledge sharing within the team by maintaining updated troubleshooting guides and best practices
-Participate in post-incident reviews to identify opportunities for software or process enhancement

Additional Information

Experience and training required

-Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Automation, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
-2 or + years of experience in industrial software development and machine control, preferably in the pharmaceutical sector
-Experience in Structured Text programming
-Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles is a plus
-Software development and architecture skills: minimum 2 years working in industrial programming environments (PLC/SCADA/HMI, motion control, MES optional)
-Knowledge of software design tools (e.g., functional diagrams, software P&ID, SDS)
-Ability to manage technical documentation and work in regulated environments (FDA, GAMP5, GMP)
-Proficiency in office and project management tools (Microsoft Office and MS Project)
-Experience with document management systems and software Change Control workflows
-Experience with software version control and management tools (Git, Azure DevOps, SVN, etc.) is a plus
 

Other requirements

-Availability to travel (20-40% of time)
-B2 English level
-Other languages (Italian, French, etc.) are a plus

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H&S

All employees have the responsibility to work in a safe manner and report any health, safety or environmental concern to their manager or supervisor in a timely manner.

Employee responsibilities for Health, Safety and Environment include:

•              Work in compliance with divisional health, safety and environmental procedures

•              Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods

•              Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts

•              Report defect in any equipment or protective device

•              Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks

•              Attend all required health, safety and environmental training

•              Report any accidents/incidents to supervisor

•              Assist in investigating accidents/incidents

•              Refrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct

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