Global Senior Automation Engineer
Dublin, Ireland

Role Overview:

• Position: Senior Automation Engineer for a leading multinational medical device manufacturer in Dublin.
• Department: Global Engineering.
• Responsibilities: Support manufacturing and contribute to manufacturing strategy development. Specify, purchase, and manage new manufacturing solutions for new product introductions and operational efficiency improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Management:

   • Lead new equipment process and product introduction projects.
   • Develop and implement manufacturing strategies.
   • Establish and manage project teams, set priorities, and report progress.

2. Customer and Supplier Relationships:

   • Build relationships with customers and equipment suppliers.
   • Ensure equipment suppliers meet specifications, costs, and timelines.

3. Regulatory Compliance and Safety:

   • Ensure new equipment meets regulatory requirements.
   • Compliance with health and safety regulations.

4. Cross-Department Collaboration:

   • Work with various departments to meet their requirements for new processes.
   • Introduce new manufacturing methods and opportunities.

5. Training and Development:

   • Train and develop personnel on new processes or systems.
   • Lead and coach a high-performing team to meet business goals.
   • Develop cross-training programs to increase resource flexibility.

6. Technical Expertise:

   • Serve as a technical expert in automated manufacturing processes.
   • Ensure procedures and systems facilitate new process and equipment introductions.

7. Compliance:

   • Adhere to environmental, health, and safety requirements.
   • Comply with company policies and corporate Code of Conduct.

Required Qualifications:

• Education:

  • Minimum NFQ Level 7 Degree in Engineering (preferably in Automation, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering).

• Experience:

  • At least 5 years in engineering.
  • Familiarity with PLCs (Allen Bradley or Siemens) and vision control systems (Cognex).
  • High-level knowledge of Barcode Scanning, RFID, and Industrial Networks (Ethernet IP, Control Net, Profibus).
  • Knowledge of machine control systems, MES, Batch Manufacturing, and SQL databases.
  • Experience in manufacturing automation, machine design, and validation processes.
  • Customer-facing experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of EU-GMP.
• Experience in medical, packaging, or technological industries.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and serialization exposure.
• Proficiency in MS Project and project management certification (e.g., PMP).
• Lean Sigma certification.

Travel Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

For further information on this Senior Automation role please contact Dee Curley on dee@hero.ie  or 086-7902191

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