Automation Engineer New

23 hours ago

Dublin, Ireland CPL Full time

Job Summary:

Our client an innovative pharmaceutical company based in South Dublin is seeking to hire an Automation Engineer on an initial 12 month contract. The role would involve PLC SCADA system ownership, compliance, optimization, and project execution. If you have a background in pharmaceutical manufacturing and looking to assume more responsibility while being involved in a variety of key site projects please reach out to myself for further info.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee automation systems to ensure maximum uptime, reliability, and efficiency.
- Manage user access controls, system backups, and restore procedures.
- Diagnose system issues, implement corrective actions, and collaborate with vendor technical support.
- Identify, plan, and execute small system improvement projects.
- Drive automation projects ensuring quality, cost, schedule, and technical objectives are met.
- Contribute to capital planning, engineering documentation, and project execution activities.
- Ensure all automation activities comply with site and corporate Quality Systems.
- Create, review, and maintain engineering documentation, test scripts, and validation deliverables.
- Align systems with industry standards including GAMP, ANSI/ISA, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and relevant GxP requirements.
- Develop and implement global automation strategies to standardize processes.
- Stay current with technology trends to maintain a leading-edge automation environment.
- Collaborate with Global Automation and cross-functional teams to implement best practices and innovation.
- Maintain and optimize automation systems, hardware, and software infrastructure.
- Develop customized automation solutions suited to the manufacturing environment.
- Conduct data analysis to support troubleshooting and system enhancements.
- Mentor and train team members to build automation capability across the site.
- Work effectively in a team-based culture, engaging internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline; or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in GMP manufacturing with strong automation expertise; pharmaceutical industry experience strongly preferred.
- Proficiency with automation solutions such as Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, or similar platforms.
- Strong knowledge of industry standards and regulations (GAMP, ANSI/ISA, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, GxP/QA); familiarity with ISPE standards is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including data analysis experience.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work under pressure and collaborate across teams.
- Experience contributing to innovation strategies, strategic planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.

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