Ignition SCADA Automation Engineer

Overview

Deploy, configure, and support Ignition SCADA for pharma sites globally.

Key Responsibilities

• template rollout
• training support
• engineering standards
• scada deployment
• system integration
• troubleshooting

Tasks

-Roll out global templates, ensuring uniformity and best practices across all deployments. -Train and support local engineering/operations personnel on Ignition system best practices. -Develop, update, and enforce engineering standards and procedures related to automation and SCADA implementations. -Maintain, standardise, and optimise global use case templates for consistent SCADA deployment. -Lead and support the deployment of Ignition SCADA solutions across multiple sites within the organisation. -Collaborate closely with IT and engineering teams to develop interfaces between Ignition and various enterprise-level systems (ERP/MES/LIMS/etc.). -Troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize Ignition SCADA systems for maximum uptime and performance.

Requirements

• bachelor's
• ignition
• gold certified
• scada
• gmp
• communication

What You Bring

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer (Ignition SCADA) with proven expertise in Ignition SCADA and hands-on experience using Ignition SCADA across multiple pharmaceutical projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in deploying, configuring, and supporting Ignition SCADA systems across various global manufacturing sites, while working collaboratively to improve operational efficiency and compliance. Only candidates with a valid work visa for Ireland or an EU passport will be considered. -Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. -Proven track record of deploying SCADA solutions globally and maintaining standard templates or design assets. -Experience delivering interfaces between SCADA and enterprise platforms (such as ERP, MES, SQL databases). -Understanding of regulatory requirements (GMP, FDA, etc.) within the pharmaceutical industry. -Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. -3-5 years’ experience working on pharmaceutical automation projects, with expert hands-on knowledge of Ignition SCADA. -Must be Gold Certified in Ignition Software 8.0, Inductive automation -Knowledge of engineering documentation standards and ability to author procedures. -Position may require occasional travel for site support and deployment.

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Benefits

Rate: €70 - €80 per hour

About Dillon Engineering Services

-Fully Irish‑owned, the firm emerged from its founders’ deep expertise within the pharma and medical‑device sectors. -It sources both contract/interim and permanent specialist talent across life‑science and energy industries in Ireland. -Typical clients span pharmaceuticals, biopharma, medical devices, CROs, semiconductors, energy, and data-centre projects. -They uniquely combine technical screening by industry veterans with a hands‑on approach to match candidates to company culture and project needs. -Despite a compact size, they’ve placed high‑level talent in complex environments—handling everything from FAT/SAT validation to EHS coordination and CQV roles. -Headquartered in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, they’ve built a reputation as agile trusted partners who can quickly deploy niche skill sets when projects demand.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-candidates must have a valid work visa for ireland or an eu passport; no sponsorship provided.