Job Title:
Automation Engineer (NPI Projects)
Job Type:
12-month Contract
Rate:
€50 - €60 per hour
Location:
Sligo, Ireland
Overview
The
Automation Engineer (NPI Projects)
will provide
technical support
and
project management
for manufacturing operations and
new product introductions (NPIs)
.
This role will provide
technical leadership
and control of all
automation and control system activities
within the facility.
Key Responsibilities
Provide technical support
for all control system-related issues, including
troubleshooting, optimisation, and documentation control
.
Lead control system qualification activities
during
project start-ups
.
Manage the lifecycle of onsite control systems
in compliance with
GAMP-5 standards
.
Project manage control system components
of
continuous improvement projects
, collaborating with
process engineers and other technical teams
.
Support future integration projects
of control systems with
MES and ERP platforms
.
Define proposals for long-term control system maintenance and improvements
.
Adhere to and promote all EHS policies, procedures, and standards
.
EHS Responsibilities
Comply with EHS policies
and demonstrate
best practices
in all work activities.
Ensure personal safety and the safety of others
, complying with safety notices and barriers.
Report EHS incidents and near misses promptly
.
Participate in EHS training and medical surveillance programs
.
Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
.
Requirements
B.Sc or B.Eng Degree, or Postgraduate Diploma
in a relevant technical discipline (
Masters desirable
).
3+ years' experience in process automation
, including
vendor packaged equipment in GMP environments
.
Experience with 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11
requirements for
automated systems
.
Experience in plant start-ups and new product introductions
in GMP facilities, with the ability to
lead these activities
.
Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with PLC systems and SCADA/HMI applications
(
Allen Bradley & Siemens preferred
).
Experience with local machine networks and network integration
(
Profinet, Profibus, Modbus, CANBus, Ethernet
).
Experience interfacing systems with plant historians using OPC interfaces
.
Life cycle management experience of control systems
, including
backup, recovery, user access controls, configuration management, and change management
.
Knowledge of Windows operating system administration and server management
.
Top Requirements
PLC & HMI Experience (Allen Bradley & Siemens)
Automation System and Equipment Qualification – electrical/mechanical/mechatronics/automation
Understanding of 21 CFR Part 11 – electronic signatures, records, and traceability
Local machine networks and network integration
Windows OS and servers
*Only candidates currently based in Ireland with a valid work visa or EU passport will be considered.
To discuss this role in more detail, contact
Corné
at
or
for a confidential discussion.