Automation Engineer (Allen Bradley)

We are working a leading Systems Integrator company working onsite at a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in South Dublin. The role supports the expansion of site automation across production operations, troubleshooting, and system optimisation in a GMP-regulated environment.

12-month contract initially with long-term placement potential.

Up to €70/hour DOE

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• Act as System Owner for automation assets, ensuring lifecycle management, maintenance, and validation.
  
• Provide on-floor and remote technical support for production, shutdowns, and troubleshooting.
  
• Lead or support investigations, root-cause analysis, and CAPA implementation.
  
• Manage change controls, deviations, and system documentation in compliance with GMP standards.
  
• Deliver automation improvements, control system upgrades, and support digitalisation initiatives.
  
• Support new product introductions, engineering projects, and cross-functional collaboration.
  
• Ensure all automation activities comply with EHS and regulatory requirements.
  

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• Degree in Automation, Electrical, Computer, Chemical, or Biotech Engineering (or related field).
  
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in automation within a GMP manufacturing environment.
  
• Strong Allen-Bradley (Rockwell) PLC and HMI experience is essential.
  
• Experience with Siemens PLCs, SCADA systems (FactoryTalk View, iFix, InTouch, Zenon) an advantage.
  
• Familiarity with fieldbus systems (ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, Profinet, AS-i, etc.).
  
• Knowledge of GAMP 5, ISA-88/95, and relevant regulatory standards (21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11).
  
• Working knowledge of network architecture (TCP/IP, Firewalls). xcfaprz
  
• Strong documentation, troubleshooting, and stakeholder communication skills.
  
• Self-driven, organised, and comfortable working across multiple projects in a GMP setting