Automation Technician

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NEW ROLE : Automation Technician (4 cycle shift rota)

Medical Device

Longford/Roscommon Ireland

Our client, a Medical Device manufacturing company based in Longford is seeking an Automation Technician to join its engineering team. This is a hands-on role in a high-performance manufacturing environment, where you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimising automation and control systems to ensure maximum production efficiency and reliability. This position operates on a 4-cycle shift system.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a manufacturing site that has undergone major investment and expansion since 2022.

Get in touch for further information: Deirdre Murphy on 01 614 6178 / 087 180 4358 or deirdre.murphy@cpl.ie

Please note - applicants need to have a Stamp 4 or to have unrestricted full working rights for Ireland

Role

- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment, robotics, and control systems.

- Perform fault-finding on electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC-controlled systems.

- Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance to minimise downtime.

- Assist with the commissioning and integration of new automation systems, including programming adjustments and configuration.

- Support engineering and production teams during new product introductions and process improvements.

- Work closely with equipment suppliers and contractors during installation, testing, and validation phases.

- Document all maintenance activities in line with company procedures and regulatory requirements.

- Ensure all automation systems comply with safety, quality, and environmental standards, including ISO 13485 and ISO 14001.

- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and reliability.

Requirements

- Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation, or related engineering qualification (minimum Level 6).

- Experience working with automation systems in a manufacturing environment (injection moulding or medical devices preferred).

- Strong knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar), robotics, sensors, and vision systems.

- Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.

- Experience in preventative maintenance and fault-finding on complex automated equipment.

- Understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with CMMS systems.

- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

- Willingness to work a 4-cycle shift system.

- Reference checks and medical required.

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