Automation Engineer
palebluedotrecruitment
Galway, Ireland Full Time Engineering Jobs Ireland New
Job Description
Our client, a global leader of medical device manufacturing solutions is hiring an Automation Engineer. The successful candidate will be part of a team that designs and builds Automated Equipment for the medical device, pharmaceutical and other highly regulated sectors. You will become part of a growing multi-disciplinary team delivering automated equipment solutions from concept through to full implementation and have responsibility of machine control system software design, development & commissioning.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain varied experience in the design of high-tech engineering applications.
Responsibilities
- Design and integrate control system software for automated machines including PLCs, robotics, motion, HMI, SCADA, vision
- Develop, test, commission & support machine control software
- Design equipment to CE, electrical, machinery safety and clients’ standards
- Interpret & develop design & validation documentation required for regulated industries (URS, FDS, FAT, etc)
- Specification of control system components
- Collaborate closely within a multi-disciplinary project team throughout an entire project life cycle
Qualifications
- Relevant 3rd level degree with a minimum of 3 years experience in this role or a similar position.
- PLC & HMI experience desirable, preferably with Allen Bradley or Siemens platforms.
- Knowledge of automated machine design, specification & development.
- Ability to create technical documentation.
- Familiarity with robotics, motion control, machine vision, pneumatics an advantage.
- Excellent communication skills with a proactive and energetic approach.
- Strong organizational skills with a quality minded outlook and a problem-solving attitude.
- Ability to work well in a multifunctional team.
- Driving licence and ability to travel.
Posted July 22, 2026