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Automation Controls Engineer

Posted on Aug. 7, 2025

  • Dublin, Ireland
  • 0 - 0 USD (yearly)
  • Full Time

Automation Controls Engineer

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Principal Accountabilities:

  • Ensure the successful design of control systems and programming code within the defined budget and time expectations set by the Project Manager.
  • Develop controls design activities and related documents following Allied Automation Processes & Standards, ensuring compliance with industry standards as per URS.
  • Create specific programs based on customer and project requirements, adhering to the Allied automation Coding Standard.
  • Participate in controls and validation activities, including testing and debugging, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
  • Work closely with the project team to fine-tune PLC code during the testing and development phases of projects.
  • Provide support to Greatech customers both on and off-site on all advanced industrial automation equipment supplied by Greatech.
  • Interface with the Customer, Project Manager, Design Engineers, and other project team members as required to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Assist the management team in identifying new product opportunities, working with the controls team to design, develop, and test PLC code in accordance with site coding standards.
  • Develop and test various aspects of automation systems, including robotics, vision, PLC, HMI/SCADA, and Motion Control.
  • Co-ordinate and manage the controls elements of the build and debug process of equipment.
  • Complete the controls aspects of projects within the allocated schedule and budget.
  • Assist in researching and implementing new control technologies to enhance project outcomes and efficiency.

Qualification, Experience and Knowledge:

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
  • The person should be qualified to an appropriate level of engineering and have a demonstrated track record in controls/PLC programming.
  • Strong knowledge of Allen Bradley control systems including Servo motion control and FactoryTalk View ME/SE.
  • Strong knowledge of industrial networks (Ethernet/IP & IO Link).
  • Experience in robotics and vision systems is beneficial.
  • Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills are necessary.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, ensuring projects are completed to a high standard and on schedule.
  • Ability to work as part of a flexible, dynamic team, while taking responsibility for individual tasks.
  • Understanding of GAMP 5 documentation standards is beneficial.
  • Ability to interpret electrical and pneumatic drawings is beneficial.
  • Experience with Ignition 8 SCADA package beneficial.
  • Experience in the pharmaceutical industry beneficial.

Benefits:

  • Bike to work scheme
  • Loyalty holidays scheme
  • On-site parking
  • Pension
  • Refer a friend scheme
  • Relevant training for development

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 24/08/2025


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