Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer – Kildare (Onsite, Full-Time)

Location: County Kildare, Ireland

Employment Type: Full-Time, Secondment

Experience Level: 2–3 Years (Allen-Bradley Focus)

Industry: Industrial Automation / System Integration

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Automation Engineer to join a major System Integrator on a long-term secondment based onsite with a leading client in Kildare. This role offers strong professional development and progression opportunities within a respected and growing automation team.

You will be responsible for supporting, developing, and optimizing automation systems within a highly automated manufacturing or process environment, with a focus on Allen?Bradley control platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide onsite support for control and automation systems, ensuring maximum equipment uptime.
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot Allen?Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.
• Participate in system upgrades, integration projects, and commissioning activities.
• Collaborate closely with production, maintenance, and project teams to deliver reliable solutions.
• Maintain control system documentation and ensure compliance with site and safety standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Requirements

• 2–3 years’ experience as an Automation or Controls Engineer in a manufacturing or process environment.
• Proven hands-on experience with Allen?Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix), FactoryTalk View or related systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills within automation environments.
• Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Mechatronic, or Automation Engineering (or equivalent practical experience).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Eligible to work full-time in Ireland and available for on-site work in Kildare.
• A Valid Irish/EU work permit

What’s on Offer

• Long-term secondment with a leading System Integrator.
• Opportunity to grow within a dynamic, forward-thinking engineering organisation.
• Competitive salary and benefits aligned with experience.
• Exposure to cutting-edge automation technologies and continuous professional development

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