Automation Engineer – Cork

About the role

We are seeking an Automation Engineer to join a high‑performing engineering team at a regulated manufacturing site in Cork. You will support automation projects, equipment upgrades and new product introductions while ensuring compliance with strict quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Support delivery of automation projects across manufacturing operations.
• Assist in design, implementation and maintenance of automation and control systems.
• Support equipment assessments, upgrades and reliability improvements.
• Contribute to project planning, scheduling and resource coordination.
• Assist with regulatory compliance activities and quality system requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to meet project milestones and deliverables.
• Support commissioning, qualification and validation activities as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing systems.

Required profile

• Degree in Automation, Mechatronics, Electronic, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting automation projects within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Working knowledge of quality systems in a regulated environment (FDA, ISO, GMP, Medical Device or Pharmaceutical).

Required skills

• PLC programming.
• Manufacturing systems experience.
• Commissioning and validation activities.
• Process engineering exposure.
• Automation and control systems troubleshooting.