Automation Engineer (NPI Projects)

Overview

Provide automation control support & project management for NPI manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• control lifecycle
• system qualification
• technical support
• mes integration
• project management
• ehs compliance

Tasks

The Automation Engineer (NPI Projects) will provide technical support and project management for manufacturing operations and new product introductions (NPIs). This role will provide technical leadership and control of all automation and control system activities within the facility. -Manage the lifecycle of onsite control systems in compliance with GAMP-5 standards. -Comply with EHS policies and demonstrate best practices in all work activities. -Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. -Participate in EHS training and medical surveillance programs. -Provide technical support for all control system-related issues, including troubleshooting, optimisation, and documentation control. -Lead control system qualification activities during project start-ups. -Ensure personal safety and the safety of others, complying with safety notices and barriers. -Define proposals for long-term control system maintenance and improvements. -Support future integration projects of control systems with MES and ERP platforms. -Report EHS incidents and near misses promptly. -Project manage control system components of continuous improvement projects, collaborating with process engineers and other technical teams. -Adhere to and promote all EHS policies, procedures, and standards.

Requirements

• opc
• plc
• 21 cfr
• b.sc
• windows
• profinet

What You Bring

*Only candidates currently based in Ireland with a valid work visa or EU passport will be considered. -Experience interfacing systems with plant historians using OPC interfaces. -Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with PLC systems and SCADA/HMI applications (Allen Bradley & Siemens preferred). -Experience with 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11 requirements for automated systems. -3+ years’ experience in process automation, including vendor packaged equipment in GMP environments. -B.Sc or B.Eng Degree, or Postgraduate Diploma in a relevant technical discipline (Masters desirable). -Automation System and Equipment Qualification – electrical/mechanical/mechatronics/automation -Understanding of 21 CFR Part 11 – electronic signatures, records, and traceability -Knowledge of Windows operating system administration and server management. -Experience with local machine networks and network integration (Profinet, Profibus, Modbus, CANBus, Ethernet). -Experience in plant start-ups and new product introductions in GMP facilities, with the ability to lead these activities. -Life cycle management experience of control systems, including backup, recovery, user access controls, configuration management, and change management. -Windows OS and servers -PLC & HMI Experience (Allen Bradley & Siemens)

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Benefits

Rate: €50 - €60 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.

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