Automation Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to support the commissioning and start-up of Emerson DeltaV systems within a state-of-the-art API manufacturing facility in Southern Ireland.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning and start-up activities for DeltaV automation systems within an API manufacturing environment.
• Perform loop checks, I/O verification, control module testing, and functional testing activities.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and Integrated System Testing (IST) as required.
• Troubleshoot automation, instrumentation, and process control issues during commissioning and start-up phases.
• Review and execute commissioning protocols, test scripts, and turnover documentation.
• Work closely with Process, CQV, Engineering, and Operations teams to ensure successful system handover.
• Support qualification activities including IQ, OQ, and PQ testing related to automation systems.
• Verify control narratives, P&IDs, functional specifications, and cause-and-effect matrices against installed systems.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GAMP 5, Data Integrity, and site quality requirements.
• Participate in punch-list management, issue resolution, and system closeout activities.
• Provide technical support during process startup and performance verification activities.
• Ensure all commissioning activities are completed in accordance with safety standards and project procedures.

Required Experience

• Proven experience commissioning and validating Emerson DeltaV DCS systems within pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences environments.
• Strong background in API, chemical processing, or bulk pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.
• Experience with control system testing, loop checking, troubleshooting, and start-up support.
• Familiarity with GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting CQV activities including IQ/OQ execution.
• Knowledge of batch processing, process automation, and industrial instrumentation.