Controls Automation Engineer

October 28, 2025
Reference key: es15215
Permanent
Deadline date:

Job Description

  • Negotiable
  • Permanent
  • Cork

Controls Automation Engineer – Permanent Role | Co. Cork

An innovative Cork-based company at the forefront of designing and manufacturing bespoke automated equipment for the medical devices & pharmaceutical industries is currently seeking a Controls Automation Engineer to join its growing team. With a strong reputation for delivering cutting-edge automation solutions to global clients, this company is driving efficiency, precision, and quality in laboratory and production environments.

Key Requirements:

  • Third-level degree in Automation Engineering or related discipline

  • 5+ years of automation engineering experience in a machine-building environment

  • Proven experience with automated machine design, specification & development is essential
  • Strong PLC, HMI/SCADA experience essential, preferably with Allen Bradley, Omron or Siemens platforms
  • Experience in software architectures and design including GAMP, ISA88, ISA95, 21CFR Part 11 compliance
  • Experience of equipment testing and debug
  • Ability to create & review technical documentation for regulated industries
  • Familiarity with robotics, motion control, machine vision, pneumatics essential
  • KUKA/Fanuc robot experience will be advantageous
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proactive and energetic approach
  • Strong organizational skills
  • A quality minded outlook and a problem-solving attitude
  • Needs to work well in a multifunctional team
  • Driving License and ability to travel

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and integrate control system software for automated machines including PLCs, Robotics, Motion, HMI, SCADA, Vision

  • Develop, test, commission & support machine control software

  • Design system architectures, develop process flows and software design specifications

  • Design of equipment to CE, electrical, machinery safety and clients’ standards

  • Interpret & develop design & validation documentation required for regulated industries

  • Specification of control system components

  • Collaborate closely within a multi-disciplinary project team

  • Collaborate and support customers throughout an entire project life cycle

  • Support the improvement & creation of new control system standards and system standardisation with the latest technologies