Automation Engineer

  • Dublin
  • Headcount Solutions Limited
Headcount Solutions is recruiting an Automation Engineer (Utility Systems) for projects at a multination client’s facility in Dublin. 12-Month Minimum Reporting to the Associate Director Automation Systems this person will support Utility Automation Control systems such as the Waste Water Treatment plant PLC/SCADA system, Utility Automation OEM systems, Electrical Automation System and Building Automation System. Key Responsibilities: · Supporting Utility Automation Control systems; Waste Water Treatment plant PLC/SCADA system, Utility Automation OEM systems, Electrical Automation System and Building Automation System. · Working with SCADA and PLC/HMI environments. · Support upgrade projects. · Provide troubleshooting and hands-on support to resolve technical issues. · Scheduling and coordinating work to tight deadlines. · Creating and carrying out test procedures and automation change controls. · Liaising with installation/project engineers. · Writing reports, documentation, and work instructions. · Training maintenance and operative staff where appropriate. · Attend Software Factory Acceptance and Site Acceptance Testing. · Maintaining and developing change control systems. Qualifications & Experience: · Bachelors Degree in Engineering/Computer Science, or a related engineering field or its equivalent. · Minimum 5 years’ experience providing automation system solutions and support to manufacturing organisations in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry or similar is required. · Experience with Rockwell and Siemens Automation Platforms. Experience of ABB PLC/SCADA platforms would be an advantage. · Experience of Windows Server, SQL and Active Directory would be an advantage. · A good understanding of computer networking, Subnets, VLANs and Firewall rules. · Working knowledge of GAMP software development lifecycle, ANSI/ISA-S88 industry standards. · Thorough knowledge of Pharmaceutical Industry Regulations (cGMP/cGLP, OSHA, EPA/EQB) required. · Experience of Validated and Non-Validated Control System Documentation practices. For further information, please contact Mick on (phone number removed) or forward details in confidence to