CareerPlan

Automation Engineer

WaterfordFull-time€55k2026-09-14 → 2026-11-10
Based in Ireland

Core

Support and advance automated manufacturing capabilities across PFS, LYO, Filling, and Packaging operations in a GMP-regulated biopharma environment.

Role type

Senior IC automation engineer (pharmaceutical manufacturing)

Builds

Reliable automation infrastructure and capital improvement projects for patient safety and product quality

Domain

Biopharmaceutical manufacturing / Industrial automation

Required skills

PLC programming (Siemens S7/TIA Portal), SCADA platforms (Wonderware, iFix, Zenon), OSIsoft PI Historian, Ignition, Windows Server administration, OT network architecture, Computer System Validation (CSV/GAMP 5), GMP regulations

Preferred skills

MES platforms, fill/finish/lyophilisation equipment automation, IIoT/Industry 4.0, machine vision, robotics integration, project management

Technologies

Siemens S7, TIA Portal, Wonderware, iFix, Zenon, OSIsoft PI, Ignition, Windows Server, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot automation issues to minimize downtime, lead capital projects from concept to commissioning, author validation documentation (URS, FS, DS, IQ, OQ, PQ), develop dashboards and analytics, manage OT network infrastructure and cybersecurity controls

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC