Automation Engineer
About Your New Employer
A leading automation company based in Limerick is delivering cutting-edge solutions for the MedTech and advanced manufacturing sectors.
They handle everything in-house — from design and build to validation and installation — offering full turnkey systems.
With a strong focus on innovation, the team works on high-precision projects using the latest in robotics and smart automation.
Their award-winning performance is matched by a collaborative, people-first culture that values growth and balance.
It's a place where engineers, designers, and problem-solvers come to build the future.
About Your New Job
As an Automation Engineer, you will develop, install, and debug code for new machines and updates to existing machines in line with specified customer requirements, including system integration and testing to GAMP 5 level.
You will ensure all work carried out is in compliance with required standards, conforming to company (cGMP).
You will analyze, understand, fault-find, and modify software programs in-house, on the customer site, and remotely.
You will support the development of automation documentation, including process flow diagrams, software design specifications, automation test plans, and electrical sheets with IO lists for automation projects, working closely with the allocated project team.
You will specify automation hardware for projects with support/review from the Automation Manager and ensure focus on the key principles of software quality – maintainability, dependability, efficiency, and usability.
What Skills You Need
Third level qualification in electronics, automation, computer science, or other relevant engineering discipline.
Minimum 3-5 years' experience in hands-on PLC program development in one of the following: Allen-Bradley (Control/Compact Logix), Beckhoff (TwinCAT 3), or Siemens (TIA Portal).
Medical device experience is ideal but not essential.
Excellent understanding of machine automation logic and motion control.
Experience in developing HMIs or other operator interfaces.
Robotics integration experience is an advantage but not essential (KUKA, ABB, Fanuc).
Machine vision integration experience is an advantage but not essential (Cognex, Keyence).
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Self-motivated individual with a deadline-oriented focus.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Current driving license and flexible to travel as required.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary
Benefits, Training & Development, Career Path
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment
What's Next
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We also have multiple Temp, FTC and Contract jobs available.