Réalta Technologies are searching for an Automation Engineer with strong PLC experience to support a Pharmaceutical client of ours based in Dublin.
The ideal candidate will have minimum of 5 years' experience in similar positions.
ResponsibilitiesManage vendor migration current HMI, PLCs, SCADA systems, and associated hardware.Manage provisioning of servers from the legacy domain to the corporate client domain.Program PLC Control Systems as required during the migration.Fault-Find Complex automation equipment as required during the migration.Debug and validate Control System software programs as required during the migration.Analyse, understand, fault-find and modify software programs written by other developers as required during the migration.Preparation and review of Design Documentation, Tender Documents and URS documents as required for the purpose of the migration.Generate, review and approval of all Project Documentation (Risk Assessment, Scope, Hand Over etc), Validation Documentation (FAT, IQ-OQ etc),Trial Reports and Standard Operating Procedures.Update and Develop End user manuals (SOPs and Training Aids) and provide training on new equipment / process functionality as required during the migration.Perform technical review of updates to SOPs related to the equipment / process as required during the migration.Plan out all project tasks in MS project, including electrical and mechanical.
RequirementsDegree in Engineering (Electrical, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field).5+ years' experience with PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, including programming, debugging, and fault-finding.Proven experience in control system migrations, including domain/server transitions.Strong knowledge of industrial automation platforms (e.g. Siemens, Rockwell) and communication protocols (e.g. Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).Experience preparing and reviewing technical documentation (URS, FDS, Risk Assessments, Validation Protocols).Ability to analyse and modify code written by others and deliver end-user training/support.Strong communication skills with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.Project management experience and proficiency with MS Project preferred.