Senior Automation Engineer (Siemens)

Cork
Permanent
Full-time

7 days ago

Senior Automation Engineer (Siemens)OverviewNeoDyne is a leading engineering company specialising in industrial automation, digital manufacturing, and electrical engineering solutions. With a strong presence across multiple sectors, including Life Sciences, Food & Beverage, and Energy, NeoDyne delivers leading-edge solutions that drive efficiency, safety, and performance for its customers worldwide.We develop high-availability automation and electrical systems for mission-critical industries, including pharmaceutical manufacturing, data centres, and energy infrastructure, ensuring continuous operation and compliance. We additionally integrate emerging technologies to enhance control, scalability, and operational insight. Our expertise also extends to power generation, natural gas transmission, and high-voltage system design, delivering robust solutions that strengthen critical infrastructure.With a team of 220+ skilled engineers, our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle, from design and implementation to commissioning and operations. From our offices in Ireland, the UK, Romania, and the US, we operate on a global scale, combining technical expertise with local delivery. We support customers across Europe, North America, and Asia, delivering tailored engineering services that drive long-term success.Position SummaryNeoDyne are recruiting a highly skilled Senior Automation Engineer (Siemens) to work on leading-edge automation projects, predominantly in the Energy, Life Science and Food & Beverage sectors. A background in GAMP 5 and experience with Siemens, Rockwell and AVEVA (Wonderware) products would be a distinct advantage.This role is offered as a full-time staff position, based out of our Cork office, with an excellent Salary and Benefits package. If successful, you will enjoy NeoDyne’s “People First" company culture, built on mutual respect, trust, and honesty, where each individual actively contributes as a valued team member.Key Responsibilities

Working with a team of digital manufacturing/automation engineers managing and delivering projects to customer sites.
Developing engineering design documents, technical evaluations, and test plans for cGMP process equipment and following GAMP 5 guidelines.
Design and coding of industrial process automation solutions on Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
Production of I/O schedules
Preparation of Functional Design specifications
Design and configuration of user interface systems for industrial control (HMI/SCADA)
Design of control panels and creation of panel wiring schematics
Commissioning of control systems in the field: I/O and instrumentation testing, full testing and commissioning of automation systems
Fault finding of control systems (PLC, HMI/SCADA, Communication Networks etc.)
Providing design and approval for hardware, software, and controls for automated systems.
Working closely with customers to identify areas for improvement through the use of automation and data analytics technology.
Providing technical and automation operational support to Engineering, Manufacturing, Validation and Facilities departments.
Mentoring and training of graduate/junior engineers.

Experience & SkillsRequired

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/ Computer Science / Information Systems or related field.
5+ years’ automation engineering experience.
PLC Programming Experience: Siemens.
HMI / SCADA Experience: Siemens / Rockwell/ AVEVA / Schneider.
Knowledge of process instrumentation and wiring.
Experience with control networks and communications systems (Profibus, Modbus, DeviceNet).

Desired

Experience working with validated Automation systems in the Pharmaceutical or Food Beverage manufacturing environment.

CharacteristicsWe look for candidates who

Work well as part of a team.
Have excellent problem solving and diagnostic skills.
Can complete tasks independently, capable of self-learning.
Can prioritise and coordinate work.
Have excellent customer service, interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
Can multitask and work well under pressure.
Are a strategic business thinker.

Package/ Benefits

Competitive starting salary with year-on-year bonuses and salary increases.
Paid Overtime
PRSA pension with employer contribution
Health Insurance
Income Protection
Life Assurance
Flexible Working

Don’t miss this opportunity to join a company at the forefront of industrial automation projects in Ireland, the UK, mainland Europe and the US. Apply now!NeoDyne Ltd is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be treated in strictest confidence.

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