Douglas Control & Automation are seeking an Automation Engineer to join our ever growing Secondment team in Cork.Position OverviewDevelops control systems and related equipment, evaluating their reliability and identifying when upgrades are required.Gathers technical and functional needs for automation initiatives to aid in planning, resourcing, and ongoing upkeep.Oversees evaluations to verify compliance with applicable regulations and to identify any updates needed to meet standards.Supports the creation of automation-related deliverables and helps ensure they are completed on schedule.Reviews minor scope adjustments and provides the details needed to justify associated time or cost impacts.Collaborates with internal engineering teams to align on processes, task progress, and project outputs.Skills & ExperienceDegree in a Mechanical, Electronic/Mechatronic Engineering or Automation discipline.Hands of Automation experience - PLCValidation ExperienceExperience with Manufacturing systems