Job Summary:

A leading Life Science company in Dublin 15 seeks an Automation Engineer .
The role involves supporting new manufacturing projects by specifying, purchasing, and managing new manufacturing solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage projects for new equipment, process, and product introductions.
• Develop and implement manufacturing strategies.
• Establish and manage project teams.
• Build relationships with customers and equipment suppliers.
• Ensure new equipment meets specifications, cost, time, and regulatory requirements.
• Install and hand over new equipment with appropriate training.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure new processes meet requirements.
• Identify and introduce new manufacturing methods.
• Represent the company at customer meetings.
• Train personnel on new processes or systems.
• Ensure systems are in place for new processes and equipment.
• Act as a technical expert in automated manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and corporate Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional duties as requested by the supervisor.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum NFQ Level 7 Degree in engineering (Automation, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering preferred).
• At least 3 years of engineering experience.
• Familiarity with PLCs (Allen Bradley or Siemens) and vision control systems (Cognex).
• Knowledge of Barcode Scanning & RFID, and Industrial Networks (Ethernet IP, Control Net, Profibus).
• Understanding of machine control systems, MES, Batch Manufacturing, and SQL Databases.
• Knowledge of manufacturing automation, machine design, development, and validation processes (GAMP 5 guidelines preferred).
• Experience in a customer-facing environment.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of EU-GMP.
• Experience in medical, packaging, or technological industries.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and serialization.
• Proficiency in MS Project and project management certification (e.g., PMP).
• Lean Sigma certification

For further information on this role in Automation Engineer in Dublin please contact Dee Curley on dee@hero.ie  or 086-7902191

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