SimoTech are looking for anAutomation Technical Consultant, based in our headquarters in Cork. This is the chance to become part of a team of technical experts, working on projects that directly contribute to accelerating the availability of life-enhancing medicines and improving health outcomes worldwide.The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on automation experience, capable of executing and overseeing various technical consultancy, front-end engineering and system integration projects. As a senior technical member of the team, you will also take on a mentorship role for junior engineers.Key ResponsibilitiesAutomation Technical Consultancy Responsibilities:Contribute from a technical perspective to projects across a wide range of platforms and technologies.Advocate for new technologies and innovative solutions to meet business needs.Front-End Engineering project Responsibilities:Front End Studies and Basis-of-Design documentation.Scope of Work, User Requirements Spec, System Architectures, Functional Specs.Reviews of Vendor Proposals and participate in Technical Bid Analysis.Technical Consultancy project Responsibilities:Develop and implement automation strategies.Create guidelines & templates for obsolescence reports and lifecycle plans.Develop guidelines & templates for data security & data integrity assessments.Design and optimize system architectures for various automation platforms.System Integration Responsibilities:Lead the design & configuration of Process Control Systems.Provide technical guidance, conduct investigations and resolve technical issues.Project Managers Support responsibilities:Assist project managers with the development of budgets, scope, schedule & quality.Customer relationship management.Mentorship Responsibilities:Provide support to automation engineers and project engineers.Offer expertise and advice in your field of technical expertise.Occasional travel to client sites for project scoping, implementation & governance meetings.QualificationsAt least 8 years' experience implementing and supporting automation systems within the biotechnology, pharmaceutical or life sciences industries.A minimum of 2 years in a senior role with responsibility for the technical aspects of automation project delivery.A technical qualification at third level (or equivalent) in Engineering, Science, or a related field.Strong project management, technical and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently with limited supervision on a variety of technologies and project lifecycles.Significant experience in one or more of the following platforms: Rockwell, Siemens S7 and/or Emerson DeltaV platforms.Proficient in solution definition and proactive in resolving technical issues.Strong knowledge of GMP, GAMP, Safety and Environmental Regulatory requirements.Strong customer focus with excellent communication skills.