Automation (Control Systems) Engineer – Dublin

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Automation (Control Systems) Engineer to join a high-performing Operational Technology (OT) team within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment in Dublin.

This role offers the chance to work in a technically advanced facility supporting API manufacturing operations including synthesis, purification and lyophilisation, within a culture that values continuous improvement, innovation and cross-functional collaboration.

As part of the OT / Automation team, you will play a key role in supporting and developing the site’s process automation and control systems, ensuring reliability, compliance and ongoing improvement of production systems.

You will work closely with teams across Manufacturing Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Validation and EHS, contributing to both day-to-day operational support and automation project delivery.

• Provide day-to-day technical support for process automation systems including hardware and software
• Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues impacting manufacturing operations
• Manage and deliver automation upgrades, system improvements and replacement projects
• Support technical investigations, root cause analysis and incident resolution
• Develop and maintain automation documentation, engineering specifications and SOPs
• Support change control processes in line with established site procedures
• Implement initiatives to improve system reliability, compliance and production efficiency
• Participate in continuous improvement programmes and operational excellence initiatives
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment
• Support out-of-hours OT on-call coverage
• Manage and implement small to medium automation projects

• Bachelor’s Degree in Automation & Controls, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline
• Proven experience supporting process automation systems in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Experience within Biopharma, API manufacturing or Life Sciences environments is highly desirable
• Strong hands-on experience with PLC, HMI, SCADA and Batch Systems

Experience with automation platforms and technologies such as:

• Siemens and Rockwell PLCs
• SCADA systems including PCS7, iFix or InTouch
• Siemens xcfaprz HMIs and Building Management Systems
• Automation tools such as RSLinx, RSNetworx, OctoPlant, ThinManager
• Network monitoring tools such as PRTG
• Historian systems and industrial databases

• Knowledge of GAMP software development lifecycle
• Familiarity with ANSI/ISA S88 and S95 standards
• Understanding of GAMP5, FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11
• Experience with change control, validation processes, and CAPA management

• Strong problem-solving and analytical ability
• Excellent technical documentation and communication skills
• Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)