We are seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to join our clients dynamic team in a large medical device & pharmaceutical organisation in Dublin. In this pivotal role, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of automation systems, supporting our mission to deliver life-changing healthcare solutions.

You will work with cross-functional teams to enhance production capabilities, troubleshoot complex automation challenges, and drive innovation in a highly regulated environment.

The Position

• Mentor and may lead engineering team to achieve site and department goals in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement sustainable manufacturing processes and systems.
• Technical and hands-on automated equipment troubleshooting, repair, and improvements.
• Perform and document engineering studies and evaluations.
• Analyse data to drive improvements, determine prioritisation, and identify opportunities.
• Lead and provide mentorship in root cause and corrective action (RCCA).
• Assess and perform/schedule technical training, including electromechanical systems, pneumatics, servos, PLCs, schematic reading/interpretation, new technology, etc.
• Champion high-visibility projects. Develop project scope, timeline, savings, and cost estimations.
• Quote new automation lines, engineering services, etc. Develop design concepts for new automation.
• Write validation, user requirements, equipment specification, and other documents as needed.
• Establishes relationships with customer and automation suppliers in pursuit of win/win results and ongoing business.
• Provide engineering assistance to ensure that plant, machinery, and processes are at an optimum level.
• Routinely evaluate and review employee performance.
• Promote and support a Lean Manufacturing environment within the facility.
• Research new technologies and methodologies to use in the plant.
• Provide a "Customer Service" attitude when interacting with internal and external customers while accomplishing work, production, and achieving quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.
• Conform with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
• Exhibit regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.

The Person

• Bachelor's Degree In Engineering or Science field required.
• Master's Degree In Engineering or Science field preferred.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience required and 2+ years of managerial or supervisory experience in manufacturing environment required and strong automation background and experience with CAD and SAP systems a plus.
• Manufacturing \Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Six Sigma green belt Upon Hire or Manufacturing \Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Six Sigma black belt Upon Hire preferred.

The Benefits

• Travel Requirements
• 10%: Up to 26 business days per year

To discover more about this opportunity, please apply online or contact Lewis Murray on +353 87 204 3307 for a confidential discussion.

Desired Skills and Experience

Automation, Engineering