Principal Automation Engineer

2 days ago


Wexford, Ireland Morgan McKinley Full time

Principal Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer Duties:

- Lead the design and development of software for PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, motion control, vision systems, and robotic solutions.
- Own software architecture and coding standards across projects.
- Define and review system requirements, functional specifications, and design documents.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration of software with mechanical and electrical systems.
- Champion software validation and compliance with relevant industry regulations (e.g., GAMP 5, 21 CFR Part 11).
- Provide hands-on development, debugging, and troubleshooting support on projects.
- Drive continuous improvement in software development practices and tools.
- Mentor junior software engineers and support competency development across the team.
- Contribute to the technical roadmap and innovation pipeline of the business.

Essential Requirements

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation, or a related discipline.
- 10+ years of experience in industrial automation software development.
- Proven expertise in programming PLC platforms (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, Schneider EcoStruxure).
- Hands-on experience with HMI systems, motion control, and safety integration.
- Strong understanding of pharmaceutical and/or food industry standards, including GMP, GAMP, and validation protocols.
- Experience with robotic systems (Delta, SCARA, Cobots) and machine vision integration.
- Deep knowledge of control system design, fieldbus protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profinet), and industrial networking.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and documentation skills.

Preferred Requirements

- Experience with high-level languages (e.g., Python, C#, or C++) for middleware or testing applications.
- Familiarity with MES/ERP integration, data logging, and Industry 4.0 concepts.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity in industrial control systems.
- Project experience with regulated environments (FDA, EMA) and qualification activities (DQ, FAT, SAT).
- Experience working in or leading cross-functional agile teams.
- Familiarity with DevOps concepts and tools for automation environments (e.g., version control, CI/CD).


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