SKILLS BRIEF

• 5+ years’ experience in industrial automation, preferably in a senior or lead capacity.
• 3+ years experience in a GMP regulated environment (Pharma, Life Sciences, Biotech or Medical Devices manufacturing) – only candidates with GMP environment experience will be considered.
• Expertise in Allen Bradley systems is essential, including servo motion control and FactoryTalk View ME/SE.
• Strong grasp of Ethernet/IP, IO-Link and other industrial communication protocols.
• Familiarity with robotics and vision system integration is an advantage.
• Experience in designing SCADA/HMI systems is desirable.
• Proven capability to work with pharmaceutical-grade automation projects, with a solid understanding of regulatory compliance and documentation standards.
• Skilled in interpreting electrical, pneumatic and system-level schematics.
• Effective communicator with strong organizational and analytical abilities.

THE ROLE

• Senior Automation Systems Engineer
• Dublin
• Onsite Role
• Permanent or Contractor Opportunity

ROLE BRIEF

NNIT has an immediate requirement for a project with a Dublin based client that will have a strong focus on automation and control systems design as well as the programming, implementation and delivery of bespoke smart factory solutions.
The role will have a number of focus areas and cover both systems design and hands on project lifecycle involvement as well as FAT and SAT and systems development.

Core responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of automation control systems, ensuring alignment with budget, scope and schedule requirements.
• Execute comprehensive controls design documentation (e.g., CSVRA, SDS, VDS), ensuring compliance with GAMP5 and 21 CFR Part 11 where applicable.
• Engage in full-cycle testing and validation, including simulation, debugging, FAT and SAT activities.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Project Managers, Mechanical/Electrical Designers and Software Engineers) to fine-tune system performance.
• Oversee the build and debug phases of control systems and provide hands-on direction during equipment assembly and commissioning.
• Architect and configure automation platforms, including FactoryTalk View SE, ThinManager, KepServerEX, MS SQL Server and SSRS.
• Apply advanced programming skills in Rockwell PLCs (Ladder, Structured Text), FactoryTalk VBA and SQL.
• Participate in product development and innovation efforts, contributing to the continuous enhancement of automation solutions.