Senior MES Engineer (Emerson Syncade)
Job Title: Senior MES Engineer (Emerson Syncade)
Location: Ireland (Hybrid, with client site presence)
Type: Permanent | Full-Time
About the Company
We are a newly established Ireland-based technical services team, backed by a US systems integrator with over 90 years' experience in automation and digital solutions. Our mission is to deliver world-class MES and automation expertise to the life sciences sector, helping manufacturers achieve the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
The Role
We are seeking a Senior MES Engineer (Emerson Syncade) to deliver, support, and enhance MES solutions for leading life sciences manufacturers. This is a customer-facing role where you'll work across full project lifecycles and play a key part in shaping our growing Irish team.
Key Responsibilities
1. Deliver Syncade projects: installation, configuration, testing, validation, and go-live support
2. Act as a trusted technical partner to life sciences clients
3. Troubleshoot issues and optimise MES performance
4. Support compliance with GAMP5, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and data integrity standards
5. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance
6. Mentor junior engineers as the team grows
What We're Looking For
7. 5–8+ years' MES experience (Emerson Syncade strongly preferred)
8. Hands-on expertise in key Syncade modules: EBR, Materials, Weigh & Dispense, Equipment Tracking
9. Strong knowledge of SQL, VBScript, XML/XSL and system integrations
10. Understanding of MES–DeltaV interfaces and other manufacturing systems
11. Experience with system validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) and regulatory compliance
12. Excellent communication and client-facing skills
13. Degree in Engineering or Computer Science
Why Join
14. Be part of building a new Ireland team from the ground up
15. Work directly with leading life sciences manufacturers
16. Progress towards senior technical or leadership roles
17. Hybrid working model with client engagement
18. Dynamic environment backed by the stability of a trusted US parent company
How to Apply
If you have strong Syncade MES experience and want to be part of shaping a new team in Ireland, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV.
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