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We’re looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to join our client’s aseptic drug product facility in South Dublin. This site specialises in secondary manufacturing, including formulation, vial/syringe filling, lyophilisation, and packaging with a strong culture of innovation and continuous improvement. You’ll be part of an onsite team providing automation expertise across multiple functions, helping to ensure the reliable supply of medicines to global markets. This is a day-shift, long-term contract role offering excellent rates.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the Automation SME for assigned control systems.
* Manage and execute automation change controls.
* Identify and implement system improvements and corrective actions.
* Coach operators and maintenance technicians on effective control system use.
* Manage subcontractors and vendors for project delivery.
* Support qualification and testing of vendor-supplied systems.
* Provide automation input for new product introductions on existing lines.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain system performance and compliance.
Education & Experience
* Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
* 5+ years’ experience with automated control systems, ideally in Life Sciences/Pharma.
* Strong PLC/SCADA/Batch background — preferred technologies include:
* Rockwell FactoryTalk SE View & Batch
* ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus
* OSIsoft PI Data Historian
* Knowledge of GAMP software development lifecycle, ANSI/ISA-S88, S95 standards, and 21 CFR Part 11.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work across teams.
Other Information
* Location: South Dublin.
* Schedule: Monday–Friday, office hours.
* Contract: Long-term with excellent rates.
* Work environment: aseptic manufacturing, GMP-compliant.
You’re a skilled automation engineer who thrives in regulated manufacturing environments and enjoys solving complex technical challenges. You can balance hands-on technical work with stakeholder collaboration, vendor management, and process improvements. If you want to contribute to a mission-driven site that’s expanding its global reach, we’d like to hear from you!!!!!
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Contract
Job function
* Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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