SligoApply nowDetailsType of contract: PermanentLocation(s): SligoLanguage(s): EnglishMobility: Very limited travelApplication Deadline: 30/09/2025The RoleSenior Siemens Automation Systems EngineerOnsite Role - No remote working. The role is fully onsite.SligoPermanent or ContractorRole BriefThe successful candidate will be responsible for the development, commissioning, and support of automation and control systems. You will also handle the design, specification, programming, simulation, testing, and start-up assistance for these systems.You must have strong experience working with Siemens and possess the technical expertise to maintain, develop, troubleshoot, and validate these systems in a compliant manner.Skills Brief5+ years experience working with Siemens PLC SystemsProven knowledge and experience with one or more of the following will be an advantage: SCADA, Control Systems, Vision SystemsPack equipment systems, Cognex and Serialization experience – Some level of experience in all or any of these is highly advantageousStrong exposure to automation systems integration, solution design, in life sciences or medical devices is essentialExperience in implementation and troubleshooting of SQL database systems for real time process data collection is an advantage.IT/Networking experience would be advantageousHigh level languages experience would be advantageousPerson BriefCandidates must have a B.Sc. Degree in Engineering or equivalent, with emphasis in software development, electrical, electronic or automation discipline, with a minimum of 5 years' experience in industry, preferably in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, blue chip or relevant GMP manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication & problem solving skills as well as strong stakeholder & vendor management skills.As this role is fully onsite in Sligo and the successful candidate must be based in Sligo or within a reasonable commute. Only candidates with a current valid work permit to work in Ireland can be considered due to project timelines.About NNITNNIT is a publicly listed company that specializes in IT solutions to life sciences internationally, and to the public and enterprise sectors in Denmark. We focus on high complexity industries and thrive in environments where regulatory demands and complexity are high. We advise on and build sustainable digital solutions that work for the patients, citizens, employees, end users or customers. NNIT consists of group company NNIT A/S and subsidiaries SCALES, Excellis Health Solutions and SL Controls. Together, these companies employ more than 1,800 people in Europe, Asia, and USA.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All candidates are encouraged to apply for the given job regardless of their gender, age, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, national and social origin, political opinion, disability, race, skin colour, and ethnic origin.In the interest of fostering a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we kindly request candidates to refrain from including their pictures in their applications.Learn more about working at NNITApply now and liberate your talent