Automation Engineer (NPI Projects)

Overview

Provides technical support & project management for automation in NPI manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• process automation
• plc
• scada
• windows
• 21 cfr
• gmp

What You Bring

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