Automation Engineer (Manufacturing Support)

About CAI

Established in 1996, CAI is a global professional services firm with nearly 800 employees, specializing in Life Sciences and mission-critical sectors. We excel by delivering operational readiness and unmatched performance through proven methodologies and expert knowledge cultivated over three decades. Our core purpose drives us to be a trusted partner dedicated to improving workplaces and the human experience. Our principles emphasize integrity, service to colleagues and society, and commitment to the future. We embrace innovation, pushing boundaries to continuously elevate industry standards through precise, efficient, and forward-thinking practices.

Role Overview

The Automation Engineer will deliver technical support for automated systems within GMP-compliant biopharmaceutical manufacturing and laboratory environments. This role concentrates on system maintenance, troubleshooting, enhancements, and ensuring regulatory compliance across manufacturing and QC laboratory equipment. Acting as the subject matter expert (SME), the engineer will assist with equipment qualification, testing, and implementation efforts for new assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver operational support for automation in manufacturing and laboratory systems on a daily basis.
• Troubleshoot and resolve automation issues affecting production and QC equipment.
• Assist with qualification and readiness assessments for laboratory and QC instrumentation.
• Serve as the automation SME during new equipment integration, facilitating testing, setup, and commissioning.
• Manage change control procedures related to automation systems across manufacturing and laboratory areas.
• Investigate automation-related deviations and aid in CAPA execution.
• Collaborate across Manufacturing, QC, Engineering, Validation, QA, and IT teams to maintain compliant and effective operations.
• Support commissioning, qualification, and startup phases for new automated equipment and systems.
• Ensure all automation systems comply with GMP and data integrity standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Automation, Electrical, Electronic, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum three years of experience in automation engineering within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or similarly regulated environments.
• Proven background supporting manufacturing automation and laboratory/QC systems.
• Experience with managing GMP-compliant change control processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred Experience

• Hands-on experience with biopharmaceutical manufacturing automation equipment.
• Familiarity with equipment qualification and validation protocols.
• Knowledgeable about GMP, GAMP5 guidelines, and data integrity policies.

Additional Information

• This position requires working on-site in Limerick with a standard 40-hour work week; some flexibility may be necessary depending on project demands.
• Artificial intelligence tools may be applied during recruitment to support candidate review, but all final decisions remain human-led. For inquiries about data handling, contact the company directly.