Graduate / Junior Automation Engineer

Job Description
We are seeking enthusiastic Graduate or Junior Automation Engineers with exposure to GMP-regulated environments to join our client's high-performing engineering team in Ballydine, Co. Tipperary. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career engineers to develop hands-on automation expertise within a world-class pharmaceutical manufacturing site.

You will work alongside experienced Automation and Process Engineers, supporting projects focused on manufacturing systems, process controls, data integrity, and equipment automation within a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support automation activities across manufacturing, utilities, and laboratory equipment within a GMP environment.
• Assist in configuring, testing, and troubleshooting automation systems (e.g., PLC, SCADA, DCS systems-Allen Bradley, Siemens, DeltaV).
• Participate in commissioning, qualification, and validation activities (IQ, OQ, PQ) for automated systems and equipment.
• Support change controls, deviations, corrective actions, and documentation updates in compliance with site procedures.
• Perform routine system checks, alarm reviews, and basic troubleshooting under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Assist with development of URS/FRS documentation and contribute to system upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all work is compliant with GMP, GAMP5, data integrity, and site safety requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Process Engineering, Maintenance, IT, and Quality.

Requirements

Essential:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automation, Electrical, Electronic, Mechatronics, Chemical, or related engineering discipline.
• Understanding of GMP manufacturing environments (through internships, projects, or work experience).
• Strong interest in automation technologies (PLC, SCADA, DCS, MES, instrumentation).
• Good documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

• Experience with automation systems or platforms.
• Knowledge of GAMP5, CSV, data integrity, or validation principles.
• Previous placement, graduate program, or internship in pharma/biopharma.