Automation Engineer - VIE Contract

• Location: Germany, Frankfurt
• Target start date: 01/12/2025

iMove, the Sanofi VIE Program, is available to citizens of the European Economic Area (EU + Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland) aged between 18 and 28.

PLEASE NOTE that since this program is primarily an international development program, candidates cannot apply to a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship.

PLEASE NOTE that applications that are only submitted in French cannot be considered by our non-French speaking partners at Sanofi worldwide. Therefore, only applications that are submitted in English will be considered. Please make sure to apply with your personal email address.

About the job

As Automation Engineer VIE within our Engineering & Maintenance team, you will support the Detail Design Phase of a state-of-the-art biotech facility, contributing to the development and implementation of cutting-edge automation systems. It is a chance to enhance both, professional and intercultural skills and work closely with the team for the sister plant in China, which is built up at the same time. Ready to get started?

Be part of a once-in-a-generation project that’s shaping the future of insulin.

Sanofi is building a cutting-edge, fully automated insulin drug substance facility in Frankfurt – a bold investment that builds on our legacy of excellence in insulin manufacturing. This sustainable, next-gen biologics site will support the entire portfolio of insulins, from development to delivery.

Join us at the forefront of this global transformation. As part of a cross-functional program team, you’ll help bring this facility to life – from early design and construction through to readiness for commercial manufacturing. Your work will help turn the miracles of science into reality for millions living with diabetes.

About Sanofi

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main responsibilities:

• Assist in the coordination and technical review of automation designs from international vendors and engineering partners.
• Support automation architecture planning, including Distributed Control System/ Building Management System/ Energy Management System (DCS/BMS/EMS) and utilities automation.
• Help align automation design with Sanofi global standards and local regulatory requirements.
• Participate in digitalization initiatives and data integration concepts.
• Interface with global automation colleagues and contribute to harmonized design packages.
• Assist in preparation for design reviews, Factory Acceptance Test (FATs), and construction-related support.
• Strongly collaborate with our internal and external engineering partners.

About you

Experience:

• Interest or first experience in global project work and multicultural collaboration.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), ISA-88, or ISA-95 is a plus.

Soft and Technical skills:

• Understanding of automation systems used in pharma/biotech manufacturing.
• Problem-solving mindset.
• Willingness to adapt to new cultural environments.
• Open to relocation and excited to experience life and work in Germany.

Education:

• Master’s degree in Automation, Process Control, or related engineering field.

Languages:

• Fluent English (written and verbal).
• German would be a plus.

Why choose us?

• Be part of a pioneering biopharma company where patient insights shape drug development.
• Work at the forefront of AI-powered science that accelerates discovery and improves outcomes.
• Collaborate beyond your expertise, sparking new ideas with diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
• Transform lives worldwide by delivering life-changing treatments anywhere, anytime.
• Grow, thrive, and make an impact in a workplace that empowers you to bring your best self every day, with pride.
• Every year, we distribute over 4 billion units of medicines and vaccines, ensuring people worldwide receive the treatments they trust.

Pursue progress, discover extraordinary

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.

Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!

Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions.

With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi