Senior Automation Engineer

Overview

Based in the "sunny South East" our client is a rapidly expanding company focused on shaping the future of robotic automation.

The company designs, manufactures, and integrates custom robotic automation solutions for various industries including Pharma, Food and Life Science.

They serve an international customer base, enabling increased efficiency and competitiveness for their clients.

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Automation Engineer to lead the development and integration of automation software across advanced packaging solutions.

This individual will play a key leadership role in shaping software architecture, ensuring best-in-class programming and validation practices, and mentoring a high-performing engineering team.

The position offers significant growth potential as the company strategically expands this business division, providing visibility and career advancement opportunities.

This is a hands-on role requiring technical expertise, strong stakeholder communication, and the ability to manage complexity under pressure.

This is a full-time role based onsite in Co.

Wexford with some flexibility potentially available after an initial period.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of software for PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, motion control, vision systems, and robotic solutions.

Own software architecture and coding standards across projects.

Define and review system requirements, functional specifications, and design documents.

Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration of software with mechanical and electrical systems.

Champion software validation and compliance with relevant industry regulations (e.g., GAMP 5, 21 CFR Part 11).

Provide hands-on development, debugging, and troubleshooting support on projects.

Drive continuous improvement in software development practices and tools.

Mentor junior software engineers and support competency development across the team.

Contribute to the technical roadmap and innovation pipeline of the business

Candidate Requirements

Key Requirements :

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automation, Electrical, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.

Minimum 10 years of experience in industrial automation and software development.

Proficient in programming PLCs (e.g., Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, Schneider EcoStruxure).

Practical experience with HMI systems, safety systems, and motion control.

Familiarity with GMP, GAMP, DQ, FAT, SAT, validation processes, and regulatory environments within the pharmaceutical and food sectors.

Experience with industrial robotics (SCARA, Delta, Cobots) and machine vision.

Expertise in fieldbus and industrial networking protocols (e.g., Ethernet / IP, Profinet).

Excellent leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Desirable

Experience with high-level languages (Python, C#, C++) for middleware / test applications.

Familiarity with MES / ERP integration and Industry 4.0.

Knowledge of cybersecurity in industrial automation environments.

Experience in DevOps practices, version control, CI / CD tools and automated testing tools.

Exposure to project delivery within FDA / EMA regulated facilities.

Experience working in or leading agile teams

Remuneration

Salary for this role is in the range of €80,000 - €90,000 per year depending on experience and fit for the position.

To apply, kindly submit your CV and cover letter in Word format, outlining your qualifications and relevant experience.

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