Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Automated Equipment)
Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Automated Equipment)
Location: Cork, Ireland
Department: Automation
Employment Type: Full-time with a view to permanency
Contact Rachel on 0860127415 [email protected]
About the Role:
Our Cork based world leading medical device manufacturing client seek an experienced Engineer to join their team .We are seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to guide a team of Engineers and Technicians as the department works towards continuous improvement of automated systems across our highly regulated production environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead projects from concept through to validation and implementation, ensuring compliance with GMP, FDA, and ISO 13485 standards.
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Design and develop robust, scalable automation solutions using PLCs, SCADA systems, robotics, vision systems, and MES platforms.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, validation, and R&D to integrate automation with existing and new product lines.
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Provide technical leadership in root cause analysis, problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., OEE, yield improvement).
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Manage external vendors and system integrators to deliver high-quality automation systems on schedule and budget.
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Develop and maintain detailed documentation including URS, FDS, FAT, SAT, and IQ/OQ/PQ protocols.
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Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge-sharing within the team.
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Contribute to strategic planning of automation technology roadmaps and digital transformation initiatives (e.g., Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing).
Education:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field.
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4+ years of experience in automation engineering within a regulated manufacturing environment;
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Proven expertise in programming and troubleshooting PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens), SCADA, HMIs, and control networks.
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Familiarity with robotics, machine vision, servo systems, and industrial communication protocols..
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Demonstrated project management experience and ability to manage multiple priorities.
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