Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Automated Equipment)Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Automated Equipment)Location: Cork, IrelandDepartment: AutomationEmployment Type: Full-time with a view to permanencyWe are seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to guide a team of Engineers and Technicians as the department works towards continuous improvement of automated systems across our highly regulated production environment.About the Role:Key responsibilities include:Lead projects from concept through to validation and implementation, ensuring compliance with GMP, FDA, and ISO 13485 standards.Design and develop robust, scalable automation solutions using PLCs, SCADA systems, robotics, vision systems, and MES platforms.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, validation, and R&D to integrate automation with existing and new product lines.Provide technical leadership in root cause analysis, problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., OEE, yield improvement).Manage external vendors and system integrators to deliver high-quality automation systems on schedule and budget.Develop and maintain detailed documentation including URS, FDS, FAT, SAT, and IQ/OQ/PQ protocols.Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge-sharing within the team.Contribute to strategic planning of automation technology roadmaps and digital transformation initiatives (e.g., Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing).Requirements:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field.4+ years of experience in automation engineering within a regulated manufacturing environment;Proven expertise in programming and troubleshooting PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens), SCADA, HMIs, and control networks.Familiarity with robotics, machine vision, servo systems, and industrial communication protocols.Demonstrated project management experience and ability to manage multiple priorities.
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