Automation Engineer (Rockwell)

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  • Dublin
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
NeoDyne 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.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.NeoDyne is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to support one of our key client sites on a contract basis. The successful candidate will work closely with the NeoDyne team and play a critical role in delivering automation expertise across the Dublin based site.This role operates in a System Owner capacity, responsible for the day-to-day support, reliability, and continuous improvement of critical automation systems supporting Formulation, Fill / Finish, Lyophilisation, Inspection and Packaging operations within a GMP-regulated environment.Responsibilities
  • Act as System Owner for critical automation systems in a GMP manufacturing environment
  • Own the lifecycle management of automation systems, including maintenance, upgrades, and validation
  • Provide hands-on automation support to manufacturing during routine operations, shutdowns, and engineering activities
  • Lead and support troubleshooting, incident investigations, and root cause analysis for automation-related issues
  • Manage Change Controls, Deviations, and CAPAs associated with automation systems
  • Maintain accurate system documentation, configuration control, and software versioning
  • Implement CAPAs through software changes, configuration updates, and documentation revisions
  • Review existing system designs and recommend improvements aligned with modern automation and regulatory standards
  • Support new product introductions, technology transfers, and system upgrades from an automation perspective
  • Work closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and vendors to deliver automation improvements
  • Support digitalisation and Industry 4.0 initiatives, including data integration and system connectivity
  • Promote a strong safety and quality culture, ensuring adherence to GMP and EHS requirements
Requirements
  • Degree in Automation, Electrical, Computer, Chemical, Biotech Engineering, or related discipline
  • 5+ years’ experience in a pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment
  • Strong experience supporting automation systems in a live GMP manufacturing setting
  • Rockwell Automation expertise, including:, Allen-Bradley PLCs, FTView SCADA
  • Proven experience with system ownership, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management
  • Experience managing Change Controls, Deviations, and CAPAs
  • Good working knowledge of GAMP lifecycle, GMP, and data integrity requirements
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Desired/Nice to Have
  • Experience with biopharmaceutical Formulation or Fill / Finish systems
  • Exposure to Inspection or Packaging automation
  • Experience with FTBatch / batch or recipe-driven systems
  • Knowledge of ISA-88 / ISA-95 standards
  • Experience with industrial networks (e.g. Ethernet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, BACnet)
  • Exposure to digitalisation / Industry 4.0 initiatives
  • Experience supporting technology transfers or new product introductions
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.
What's on Offer
  • Competitive hourly rate based on experience
  • Paid overtime available, depending on project demands
  • Flexible working hours may be accommodated in line with project requirements
  • Opportunity to work on a high-profile biopharma site with a collaborative, technically strong team
  • Chance to be part of NeoDyne’s network of engineering professionals, contributing to impactful automation solutions in the life sciences sector
NeoDyne Ltd is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be treated in strictest confidence.Applicants must hold a valid EU passport or have the legal right to work in Ireland (e.g. Stamp 4).#LI-JC1

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