Senior Automation Engineer (DeltaV & Syncade)
Limerick, Ireland | Posted on 05/11/2026
Horizon Controls Group isseeking an experienced
Senior Automation Engineer
with strong hands-onexpertise in both
Emerson DeltaV
and
Werum PAS-X Syncade
systemsto support and enhance pharmaceutical manufacturing operations in Limerick,Ireland.
The successful candidate will play a criticalrole in the design, implementation, validation, optimization, and lifecyclemanagement of automation and MES platforms supporting GMP-regulated productionenvironments.
This role requires deep technical knowledge of process controlsystems, manufacturing execution systems, integration architecture, andpharmaceutical compliance standards.
This position is ideal for a professional whohas successfully delivered automation and digital manufacturing projects withinbiotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities and possesses strongcollaboration skills across engineering, operations, quality, validation, andIT teams.
Key Responsibilities
Design, configure, implement, and maintain
Emerson DeltaVDCS/PCS
systems for pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
Develop and modify:
Control modules
Equipment modules
Batch recipes
Phases and operations
Alarms and interlocks
HMI graphics
Support commissioning, startup, SAT, FAT, and qualificationactivities.
Troubleshoot DeltaV hardware and software issues in manufacturingenvironments.
Perform system upgrades, patches, migrations, and lifecyclemanagement activities.
Configure and maintain:
OPC interfaces
SIS/ESD integrations whereapplicable
Ensure high system availability and cybersecurity compliance.
Participate in root cause investigations and CAPA implementationfor automation-related deviations.
Configure and support
Werum PAS-X Syncade MES
applicationswithin GMP production operations.
Develop and maintain:
Electronic Batch Records(EBR)
Workflows
Material managementprocesses
Weigh & dispensesolutions
Equipment tracking
Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to optimizeMES-driven workflows.
Integrate Syncade with:
SAP/ERP systems
LIMS
Historians and dataplatforms
Support electronic review-by-exception initiatives.
Drive digital manufacturing and paperless manufacturingtransformation programs.
Troubleshoot MES execution issues and support manufacturingoperations during production campaigns.
System Integration Responsibilities
Develop and maintain integrations between DeltaV and Syncadeplatforms.
Support ISA-88 and ISA-95 aligned automation architectures.
Collaborate with IT/OT teams on:
Data integrity
Cybersecurity
Ensure compliant data flow between automation layers and enterprisesystems.
Support serialisation, track-and-trace, and digital manufacturinginitiatives where applicable.
Validation & Compliance
Ensure systems comply with:
GMP/GxP requirements
FDA 21 CFR Part 11
Annex 11
Data Integrity standards
Author and review:
URS
FS/DS
IQ/OQ/PQ protocols
Traceability matrices
SOPs
Participate in audits and regulatory inspections.
Maintain validated state of automation and MES systems.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in:
Automation Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Biotechnology Engineering
Other related technicaldiscipline
Mandatory Technical Experience
Minimum 5+ years of hands-on Emerson DeltaV experience.
Strong experience with:
Recipe configuration
Control strategies
Commissioning andtroubleshooting
System administration
Experience in GMP pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturingenvironments.
Minimum 3+ years of hands-on Syncade MES experience.
Experience configuring and supporting:
Electronic Batch Records
Workflow management
Manufacturing executionprocesses
Strong MES integration experience with DeltaV.
Candidates must possess strong practicalexperience in BOTH DeltaV and Syncade.
Experience in only one platform will notmeet the requirements for this role.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in sterile, biologics, API, or fill-finish manufacturingenvironments.
Knowledge of:
ISA-88
ISA-95
OPC/OPC UA
SQL databases
Historian systems
Experience with:
Emerson Lifecycle Services
PAS-X integrations
SAP integration
Digital transformationprojects
Exposure to cloud manufacturing analytics platforms isadvantageous.
PMP, DeltaV, or MES certifications are a plus.
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