Automation Technician

Our Client, A Medical Device manufacturing company based in Longford is seeking a skilled Automation Technician to join its engineering team.

This is a hands-on role in a high-performance manufacturing environment, where you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimising automation and control systems to ensure maximum production efficiency and reliability.

This position operates on a 4-cycle shift system.

Key Responsibilities Install, maintain, and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment, robotics, and control systems.

Perform fault-finding on electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and PLC-controlled systems.

Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance to minimise downtime.

Assist with the commissioning and integration of new automation systems, including programming adjustments and configuration.

Support engineering and production teams during new product introductions and process improvements.

Work closely with equipment suppliers and contractors during installation, testing, and validation phases.

Document all maintenance activities in line with company procedures and regulatory requirements.

Ensure all automation systems comply with safety, quality, and environmental standards, including ISO 13485 and ISO 14001.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and reliability.

Requirements Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation, or related engineering qualification (minimum Level 6).

2+ years experience working with automation systems in a manufacturing environment (injection moulding or medical devices preferred).

Strong knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar), robotics, sensors, and vision systems.

Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.

Experience in preventative maintenance and fault-finding on complex automated equipment.

Understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with CMMS systems.

Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Willingness to work a 4-cycle shift system.

Benefits Shared Value Plan Onsite parking & bike-to-work scheme Generous annual leave (increases with service) Skills : "Automation Technician" "Engineering" "Manufacturing experience" "4-cycle shift" "Medical device" "Injection moulding"