SL Controls provides equipment system integration solutions to manufacturers, particularly those in the life sciences and technology sectors.
The ongoing growth and expansion of our business have created exciting engineering career opportunities.
The Role:
* Senior Automation Engineer
* Westport, Co. Mayo
* Onsite role
* Permanent or Contractor
Job Description:
We are seeking a Senior Automation Engineer to safely coordinate and lead projects associated with automation, aseptic processing, new processing equipment, packaging, new facility builds or modifications/extensions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Safely coordinate the delivery of processing equipment to the site based on planned timelines and scope.
* Coordinate equipment installation and services hook up, working with equipment vendors and engineering personnel.
* Lead the Project Team or support the Project Manager in Factory Acceptance Testing program.
* Coordinate all equipment documentation requirements.
* Commissioning of equipment for validation activities.
* Prepare equipment training and maintenance protocols.
Requirements:
* Experience in a GxP regulated environment is essential.
* Experience with industrial automation manufacturing systems is essential.
* Proficient in Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office and a good understanding of PLC and Scada systems.
* Flexibility to respond to production issues outside normal business hours.
* Ability to learn new and different technologies.
* Strong project skills or some direct project management experience is desirable.
Person Specification:
Candidates must have a B.Sc. degree in Engineering or equivalent, with emphasis in software development, electrical, electronic or automation discipline, with a minimum of 5 years' experience in industry, preferably in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical devices or a relevant GMP manufacturing environment.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and strong problem-solving skills.
The role is based onsite in Westport, Co. Mayo and is an onsite designated role. Only candidates based within a reasonable commute of the site or willing and able to relocate within a reasonable time frame and not requiring a work permit application can be considered at this time.
About Us:
SL Controls are experts in the area of Equipment System Integration and System Support. We specialise in assisting our customers, including many of the world's top multinational companies in the medical device and pharmaceutical sectors, achieve their Six Sigma and OEE targets.
We pride ourselves on our expertise in industrial IT integration and regulatory compliance in support of global end users, OEM's and Technology providers.