Overview
PepsiCo is seeking a Snr Automation Engineer to join our Engineering team in Cork on a permanent basis. This role will offer the chance to work in an organisation where improvement is part of the culture, and people can make a real difference.
The Snr Automation Engineer will support and work with the global automation group on the delivery and management of Operational Technology (OT) capital spend across the business. The key focus will be on supporting 3rd party consultants delivering large IT/OT projects, Digital Factory, System Platform Migration, and IT/OT projects.
Responsibilities:
* Lead the automation agenda as part of a multi-discipline team tasked with delivering global solutions.
* Identify and scope out the Operational Technology and Automation elements of work (budget, cost, implementation approach) across the global platform.
* Manage System Integrators and contractors responsible for discrete portions of Automation work during project phases ensuring safe execution, budget control, and schedule adherence.
* Define and maintain governance for planning, prioritisation, delivery, and management of OT/Automation elements of the project.
* Ensure all projects are designed and executed to the PGCS automation and global PepsiCo specifications standards, ensuring all projects meet compliance standards and industry best practice.
* Develop and provide technical training at all levels on the manufacturing sites to ensure effective handover of OT systems/projects.
Qualifications:
* Automation or Engineering Degree/Master coupled with 5-7 years plus demonstrated track record in chemical or pharma or food environment.
* Knowledge and experience in defining and implementing strategies and polices for OT environments using GAMP, ISA88, ISA95, and ISA62443.
* Understanding of ICS policy and architecture standards.
* Experience with development, integration, and project management of automated control systems including PLCs, SCADA, Batching Systems, etc.
* Strong background in the development and implementation of Aveva products including system platform, OMI, historian, etc.