PACIV

Process automation design, integration, validation services

Automation Engineer - PLC/DCS software experience

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeKilkenny, IrelandNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Industrial Automation and Control Systems, or equivalent is required.
Applicants must have a valid EU work permit and Irish residency.
Experience in industrial automation or control systems engineering is required.
Ability to develop, modify, and troubleshoot programmable logic controller/distributed control system software is required.
Understanding of commissioning and start-up activities is required.
Ability to read and interpret control system documentation and process drawings is required.
Good communication and teamwork skills are required.

Responsibilities

Develop and modify Sattline control system software for tank farm operations.
Support implementation of control strategies, interlocks, alarms, and process sequences.
Review and interpret functional design specifications and process requirements.
Participate in software testing and validation activities.
Assist with commissioning and start-up activities across the project lifecycle.
Perform input/output checks and loop testing.
Support water testing and process verification activities.
Assist with Clean-In-Place commissioning and validation testing.
Support production trials and initial operational runs.
Troubleshoot automation and control system issues during commissioning.
Work closely with process engineers, operations personnel, maintenance teams, and project stakeholders.
Participate in project meetings and provide regular progress updates.
Support documentation activities, including test records, punch lists, and commissioning reports.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives throughout the project.

Automation Engineer
Location: Kilkenny, Ireland.

PACIV, a global leader in industrial automation solutions with offices in Ireland, the United States and Puerto Rico, and serving the Life Science, F&B and Utilities industries.

We are looking for a skilled Automation Engineer. This is a site-based role.

Job Description
This role is an Automation Engineer working within a multinational manufacturing environment in County Kilkenny.

The Automation Engineer will initially focus on the development and implementation of control system software using Sattline. As the project progresses, the role will transition into commissioning and start-up activities, including I/O testing, water trials, Clean-In-Place (CIP) testing, and support during production runs.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an automation professional to gain exposure to process manufacturing operations while working alongside experienced engineering and operations teams. Training and support will be provided to help the successful candidate develop an understanding of site processes and manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

Automation Development

Develop and modify Sattline control system software for tank farm operations.
Support implementation of control strategies, interlocks, alarms and process sequences.
Review and interpret functional design specifications and process requirements.
Participate in software testing and validation activities.

Commissioning Activities

Assist with commissioning and start-up activities across the project lifecycle.
Perform I/O checks and loop testing.
Support water testing and process verification activities.
Assist with CIP commissioning and validation testing.
Support production trials and initial operational runs.
Troubleshoot automation and control system issues during commissioning.

Collaboration & Project Support

Work closely with process engineers, operations personnel, maintenance teams and project stakeholders.
Participate in project meetings and provide regular progress updates.
Support documentation activities, including test records, punch lists and commissioning reports.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives throughout the project.

Qualifications:

A degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Industrial Automation and Control systems, or equivalent.
Applicants must have a valid Eu Work Permit and Irish residency .
Please no agencies

Experience/Skills Required:

Experience in industrial automation or control systems engineering.
Ability to develop, modify and troubleshoot PLC/DCS software.
Understanding of commissioning and startup activities.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to read and interpret control system documentation and process drawings.
Good communication and teamwork skills.

Training & Development
The successful candidate will receive:

On-the-job Sattline system training where required.
Support in developing an understanding of site manufacturing and process operations.
Exposure to all phases of the project lifecycle, from software development through commissioning and production support.
Guidance from experienced automation, project and operations personnel.

About the Company

PACIV

Process automation design, integration, validation services

PACIV provides single-source engineering services for industrial process automation, instrumentation, control system integration, validation, and regulatory compliance for life sciences manufacturers. It designs, implements, and validates automation systems for batch and continuous manufacturing, and also offers outsourcing to manage a client's day-to-day automation operations. The firm differentiates itself through an integrated, end-to-end service capable of handling projects from design to qualification under one roof, with engineers certified on major platforms and strict adherence to ISA S95/S88 and ISPE GAMP. Its goal is to help pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies achieve compliant, efficient, and reliable automation with strong data integrity, enabling clients to focus on core business initiatives.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Founded: 1997

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