KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EDUCATION & LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Fluent in English, written and verbal
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role in the pharmaceutical industry
• Strong experience in the following systems: Emerson DeltaV incl. core system implementation, base layer, batch layer
• Knowledge of and experience with the following systems would be advantageous; Siemens PLC/SCADA, OSISoft PI, Werum Pas-X, ABB DCS or other DCS systems
• Usual place of work will be in Tipperary, Ireland. Hybrid working option is a possibility. The successful candidate may be required to attend periodic meetings or testing at vendor premises as required
• Excellent computer skills, proficient in the use of the following Microsoft tools: Excel, SharePoint, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Relevant Computer Science or Engineering degree or equivalent
• Previous experience of API or OSD manufacturing will be advantageous
• Previous experience of high containment manufacturing will be advantageous

ROLE DESCRIPTION

• Reporting to the Digital MMD Project Manager, specifically responsible for DeltaV Automation Systems delivery.
• This candidate will be required to work closely with the Digital MMD teams responsible for the full Automation and IT scope and with vendors / partners with responsibility for delivery of systems.

ROLE FUNCTIONS

As the DeltaV Lead Automation Engineer for the project, you will work with other Automation resources, Automation vendors and partners to deliver automation systems on time and within budget.

• Develop and/or review SDLC deliverables, compliant with standards, including but not limited to: o Requirements Specifications

o Requirements Traceability Matrix
o Functional Specification
o Design Specification
o Code Review

o Test specification/test script

• Work closely with vendors of Automation equipment to ensure deliverables meet project requirements, including the interfacing of new Automation equipment with existing site systems, incl. OEM automation systems, MES and PI Historian
• Work closely with the DDQ and CSV functions and ensure their requirements are met in all deliverables
• Participate in Hardware and Software FATs and SATs to ensure requirements and standards are met
• Follow project schedules and document trackers to assist in the management and control of project deliverables
• Participate in Automation meetings and support relevant program meetings
• Liaise with stakeholders on the overall project to ensure clear communication between all parties
• Ensure Automation compliance with Global Policies, Procedures and Guidelines, regulatory requirements and execute current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in the performance of dayto-day activities and all applicable job functions