Automation Infrastructure Engineer

ob Title: Automation Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Ireland – On-site

Type: Contract or Permanent

Sector: Biotech / Life Sciences Manufacturing

Overview:

We’re seeking a skilled Automation Infrastructure Engineer to support the delivery, integration, and maintenance of advanced automation systems in a modern biomanufacturing environment. This role focuses on ensuring critical systems remain reliable, compliant, and optimized for continuous operations.

You’ll work as part of a cross-functional team responsible for implementing and supporting automation platforms that underpin high-performance pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure high availability and performance of automation systems that support key manufacturing operations
• Design, configure, and qualify systems including Rockwell FactoryTalk, ThinManager, and AssetCentre
• Manage automation network health and security using protocols such as OPC, MQTT, TCP/IP, and HTTP
• Monitor system performance and proactively respond to application or infrastructure issues
• Act as a subject matter expert for data historian systems and automation system integration
• Lead the design and deployment of end-to-end data solutions for manufacturing and compliance
• Support system upgrades, migrations, and validation in collaboration with QA and IT infrastructure teams
• Deliver documentation for automation systems, including SOPs and system specifications
• Manage lifecycle planning, patching schedules, and preventative maintenance activities
• Contribute to process investigations and troubleshooting as part of the automation support team

Ideal Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline
• 3+ years (Engineer) / 5+ years (Senior Engineer) of hands-on experience in a GMP-regulated automation environment
• Strong technical expertise in Rockwell Automation platforms and thin client infrastructure
• Familiarity with data communication standards and secure industrial network protocols
• Experience integrating automation systems with MES, SCADA, historians, and IT platforms
• Knowledge of validation processes and quality standards in biopharma or life sciences
• Proactive mindset with strong collaboration and project coordination skills
• Comfortable leading troubleshooting efforts and technical decision-making in real-time

Why Apply?

• Join a high-performing automation team supporting state-of-the-art biomanufacturing
• Gain exposure to digital transformation and advanced data integration initiatives
• Competitive contract or permanent opportunities available
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• Work in a dynamic, regulated setting with growth opportunities across automation platforms

Interested in shaping the future of digital manufacturing in the biotech sector? Get in touch to learn more or apply with your CV today.