Automation Engineer - Dublin - Pharma

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Automation Engineer - Contract Position in Dublin

We are currently seeking an experienced Automation Engineer based in Dublin, Ireland. This position is ideal for someone with a mid-Senior level experience within GMP/Pharma/Biotech manufacuring that is looking for an interesting and varied role that includes working on ongoing Operations, Capital and Strategic projects.

Key Responsibilities:

System Oversight: Manage and oversee automation systems to ensure optimal uptime and performance.
Access Management: Handle system user access, backups, and restores efficiently.
Corrective Actions: Implement corrective measures and collaborate with vendor technical support to resolve issues.
Project Execution: Identify, plan, and execute small projects aimed at enhancing system performance.
Capital Planning: Contribute to capital planning, project execution, and meticulous documentation.
Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with site and corporate Quality Systems.
Deliverables: Create and maintain engineering deliverables and test scripts.
Global Strategies: Develop and implement global automation strategies to standardize processes across the board.
System Optimization: Maintain and optimize automation systems and infrastructure.
Tailored Solutions: Develop solutions that are specifically tailored to our manufacturing environment.
Project Management: Drive automation projects, ensuring that cost, schedule, and technical goals are met.
Tech Trends: Stay updated with technology trends and benchmarks to keep the company at the forefront of innovation.Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of work experience in GMP manufacturing with a strong expertise in automation. A broad understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and regulatory environments is essential. Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is advantageous.Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in automation solutions (Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, etc.) and knowledge of industry standards (GAMP, ANSI/ISA, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11). Familiarity with ANSI/ISA-99,100 standards is a plus.

Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.

To find out more about Real, please visit

Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

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