Location: On site / Cork, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Operations | Engineering Services
Salary: Negotiable salary
Overview
NeoDyne is a leading Irish and UK Industrial Automation and Electrical Engineering company. Our B2B customer base extends to over 300 companies with turnover predominantly from large multinationals in pharma, high‑end food and beverage manufacturing and energy sectors. The company is 25 years old and employs over 200 talented automation, electrical and IT engineers across offices in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Waterford, and Chesterfield, UK.
NeoDyne is seeking an Automation Engineer to support one of our key client sites on a contract basis. The successful candidate will work closely with the NeoDyne team and play a critical role in delivering automation expertise across the site.
The Automation Engineer will support automation systems across modernised and legacy manufacturing environments within a regulated life sciences setting. The role will contribute to the planning, execution, and support of automation projects associated with new product introduction and ongoing manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Support the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of equipment control systems and industrial automation solutions.
Assist in evaluating system reliability and identifying requirements for upgrades, improvements, or lifecycle management activities.
Support the definition and compilation of automation project requirements in line with project planning and maintenance strategies.
Coordinate and participate in assessments to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
Contribute to the delivery of automation project milestones, ensuring tasks are completed in line with agreed schedules.
Support the analysis of scope changes, including preparation of information relating to potential schedule and cost impacts.
Communicate effectively with automation, engineering, and cross‑functional teams regarding workflow, priorities, and deliverables.
Adhere to site engineering standards, quality systems, and company values in day‑to‑day activities.
Required Experience & Skills
Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related engineering discipline.
Experience supporting or delivering automation projects within a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of PLC‑based control systems and industrial automation concepts.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
Working knowledge of quality systems (FDA / ISO) within a regulated manufacturing environment.
Strong attention to detail with a high standard of work quality.
Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
Desired / Nice to Have
Experience working within life sciences manufacturing (pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device).
Commissioning and validation experience within a regulated environment.
PLC programming experience.
Experience supporting manufacturing systems and plant automation platforms.
Exposure to process engineering or manufacturing support roles.
Project‑based experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
What’s on Offer
Competitive hourly rate based on experience
Flexible working hours may be accommodated in line with project requirements
Opportunity to work on a high‑profile biopharma site with a collaborative, technically strong team
Chance to be part of NeoDyne’s network of engineering professionals, contributing to impactful automation solutions in the life sciences sector
NeoDyne Ltd is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be treated in strictest confidence.
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