Automation Engineer

Overview

Job Title: Automation Engineer (NPI Projects)

Department: Automation Engineering

Pfizer Ireland Pharmaceuticals' Grange Castle manufacturing plant is situated on a 90-acre site in South Dublin. The site houses advanced pilot plants, laboratories, and equipment for developing processes for producing various biological drugs, including proteins. The experienced Automation Engineer will be part of the Grange Castle NPI (New Product Introduction) project team, working in our highly automated plant at Grange Castle. Reporting to the Automation Lead, this role is part of the core Engineering Team, delivering on key projects as required.

Responsibilities

• Working as part of an experienced Automation NPI site Project Team.
• Collaborating with Process SMEs, CQV Leads, and Automation Engineers to understand process requirements.
• Generating all the key technical inputs into functional design specifications from all stakeholders.
• Participating in and signing off on key Functional design aspects as required.
• Implementing the ACP's (Automation Change Pack) to make the required code changes.
• Supporting project reviews internally with key stakeholders within Automation and customers as required.

Qualifications

• Must-Have: Degree in Electrical/Electronic or Chemical Engineering, or a related field with substantial experience.
• Over 5 years of experience as an Automation Engineer within the biotechnology industry in a regulated GMP environment, delivering Emerson DeltaV solutions (S88 model) and/or high-level expertise in PLC and SCADA based systems including integration.
• Ability to liaise with process engineers to define scope and deliver on specifications with very strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Automation Compliance lifecycle & Change management relevant experience
• Experience with process plant commissioning.
• Strong team player with the ability to develop relationships and work closely with several cross-functional disciplines, both within and outside of the function and organization.
• Good working knowledge of ISA95 and ISA88, CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to formulate thoughts in a clear and concise manner to provide clarity and a path forward on any issues.

Work Location

On Premise

Additional Information

• In order to be considered for this position in Ireland you need to be legally eligible to work in Ireland.
• Please note there is no relocation support available for this position.

How To Apply

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Purpose

Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.

Digital Transformation Strategy
One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Inclusion

Equal Employment Opportunity We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. We continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.

Disability Inclusion Our mission is unleashing the power of all our people and we are proud to be a disability inclusive employer, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all candidates. We encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments to support your application and future career. Your journey with Pfizer starts here

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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