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Senior Automation Manager
- ID
- 14781
- Location
- Mayo, Ireland
- Role Type
- Permanent
- Contact
- Dee Curley
Recruitment Consultant
Senior Automation Manager
Senior Automation Manager
Join a global transformation journey to modernize and standardize automation across a network of 18 manufacturing sites. This is a technical leadership role focused on shaping and implementing automation standards and guidelines, with a near-term emphasis on greenfield sites.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement automation system standards and guidelines (PLC, SCADA, BMS, EMS, IoT, robotics, and more).
- Partner with suppliers to finalize system specifications and oversee FAT/SAT processes.
- Support equipment startups, conduct site reviews, and update standards based on learnings and technology advancements.
- Drive standardization, share best practices, and evaluate emerging automation technologies across sites.
- Provide leadership and guidance to site automation teams and external service providers.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Electrical or Electrical & Electronic Engineering.
- 5–7 years of automation/digitalization experience in manufacturing.
- Expertise in automation systems, change management, and global project management.
- Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.
Additional Details:
- Location: Ballina, with 50–75% travel (including extended periods for site commissioning and stabilization).
- Reporting to: Senior Director, Automation.
For further information, contact Dee Curley at dee@hero.ie or 086-7902191.
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