Automation Engineer - Morgan McKinley

A leading pharmaceutical company in Cork is seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to support a range of control system initiatives over a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will contribute to the setup and optimization of automation systems, ensuring ongoing compliance and performance improvements across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the installation and commissioning of automated equipment and control solutions, identifying reliability concerns and upgrade opportunities.
• Draft and manage documentation related to automation requirements, aligning with project goals, maintenance schedules, and process enhancements.
• Perform compliance reviews and audits to ensure alignment with industry regulations and identify any areas needing corrective action.
• Deliver high-quality automation outputs on schedule, tracking milestones and coordinating with key stakeholders.
• Evaluate project scope changes and supply detailed insights to support potential claims related to timeframes or budget.
• Liaise with technical experts to ensure consistent progress and alignment on project deliverables both within the organization and externally.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers, fostering knowledge transfer and professional development.
• Act in accordance with Johnson & Johnson's values and leadership standards during all team and project interactions.
• Promptly report business issues or improvement opportunities to the appropriate leadership level.
• Follow all applicable Health, Safety, and Environmental protocols as defined by the company.
• Ensure strict compliance with regulatory and internal standards across all assigned tasks.
• Carry out additional duties as needed in support of broader team objectives.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in automation engineering within the life sciences or a closely related industry.
• Degree-qualified in Engineering, Science, or a relevant technical field.
• Proficient in PLC programming and automation project execution.
• Skilled at reading and interpreting technical schematics and engineering documentation.
• Understanding of quality standards and regulatory frameworks in medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.

Preferred Experience:

• Familiarity with computer system validation processes.
• Exposure to manufacturing execution systems and related technologies.
• Competence in managing and configuring databases.
• Knowledge of IT network infrastructure in industrial settings.