Senior Automation Engineer
Morgan McKinley Cork
Role Overview
- Join a growing, cross-functional engineering team delivering automated equipment solutions from concept through to implementation.
- Take ownership of machine control system software design, development, and commissioning.
- Contribute directly to the creation of innovative, high-tech engineering applications.
- Design, develop, and integrate control system software for automated machinery, including PLCs, robotics, motion control, HMI, SCADA, and vision systems.
- Test, commission, and provide ongoing support for machine control software.
- Create system architectures, process flows, and detailed software design documentation.
- Ensure equipment is designed in line with CE, electrical, machinery safety, and client-specific standards.
- Prepare and interpret design and validation documentation required for regulated industries.
- Specify and select control system components.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary project team and support customers throughout the project lifecycle.
- Contribute to the improvement and standardization of control systems, adopting the latest technologies.
- Demonstrated experience in the design, specification, and development of automated machinery.
- Strong background in PLC and HMI/SCADA programming, ideally with platforms such as Allen Bradley, Omron, or Siemens.
- Knowledge of software architecture and design methodologies, including GAMP, ISA88, ISA95, and 21CFR Part 11 compliance.
- Hands-on experience in equipment testing, debugging, and validation.
- Ability to produce and review technical documentation for regulated industries.
- Familiarity with robotics, motion control, vision systems, and pneumatics is essential.
- Experience with KUKA or Fanuc robots is advantageous.
- Level 8 qualification in engineering or a closely related discipline.
- 5+ years of relevant experience preferred.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Proactive, energetic, and quality-focused mindset.
- Problem-solving approach with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Full driving license and willingness to travel.
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