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Senior Automation Engineer - South Dublin

Senior Automation Engineer - South Dublin

ICDS RecruitmentCounty Dublin, Republic of Ireland
21 days ago
Job description

Job Description

Senior Automation Engineer - South Dublin

Ref No : DT18427

County Dublin, Republic of Ireland

Competitive salary

Senior Automation Engineer - South Dublin.

Our client seeks a Senior Automation Engineer to be part of the engineering group, providing crucial support in a high-volume, fully-automated manufacturing setting. In this role, you will lead automation initiatives, troubleshoot and optimise processes and equipment while driving continuous improvement.

  • Lead plant-wide automation projects, working closely with vendors on the design, procurement, evaluation, and acceptance of new equipment.
  • Lead and mentor a team of talented Automation Technicians, fostering an environment of collaboration and growth.
  • Use Lean, Six Sigma, and Project Management techniques to continuously improve automated equipment and processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor equipment performance, using proven troubleshooting and problem-solving methods to identify and address root causes.
  • Provide front-line technical support and leadership to Engineering, Operations, Validation, Development, and Quality teams.
  • Manage software revision control systems and support plant-wide automation change management processes.
  • Assist the Validation team with new process validation, equipment upgrades, and new product introductions (NPI).
  • Conduct risk assessments for new equipment and tasks, driving proactive actions to reduce safety risks and improve workplace safety.
  • Contribute to budget preparation and work towards cost-effective solutions.
  • Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives.
  • Support the training and development of Engineering Technicians, fostering a culture of learning and growth.

Education and Experience Requirements :

  • A B.Eng. in Electrical, Software, Manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline.
  • At least 5 years' relevant experience in Equipment Automation, Software, or a similar role.
  • In-depth knowledge of Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation products, with the ability to write code from specifications.
  • Experience with high-speed vision systems (Cognex) and control networks & communication systems (ControlNet, DeviceNet, Ethernet).
  • Proficiency in programming and troubleshooting Motion Control Systems (Allen Bradley, Emerson).
  • Experience in the development, deployment, and maintenance of SCADA / HMI systems (Allen Bradley, Schneider).
  • A creative problem solver with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and cross-functionally.
  • People management experience is a plus, but not required.
  • Familiarity with Object Oriented Programming and SQL Server / database design is a bonus.
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