Automation Engineer Placement: Lead Projects & Systems

Almac Group; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Almac Group in Craigavon, Northern Ireland, invites a Placement Student for Automation Engineering. You will assist in design and commissioning of automation systems and building management, while leading a small project before year-end. Training includes exposure to GMP-compliant control and monitoring, with emphasis on programming and data handling.

Open to internal and external applicants; 37.5 hours/week in a fast-paced, regulated pharma environment. Closing date 1 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Engineering basics and problem solving relevant to automation.
• Ability to analyse data and troubleshoot systems.
• Willingness to learn and apply GMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist project engineers in designing and commissioning Automation Control Systems.
• Assist with Environmental Monitoring and Building Management Systems.
• Lead a small project before the placement year ends.
• Support maintenance duties and get exposure to control systems.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Problem solving

Data analysis

Education

A-levels or equivalent

Engineering degree in progress

Job description

Almac Group in Craigavon, Northern Ireland, invites a Placement Student for Automation Engineering. You will assist in design and commissioning of automation systems and building management, while leading a small project before year-end. Training includes exposure to GMP-compliant control and monitoring, with emphasis on programming and data handling.

Open to internal and external applicants; 37.5 hours/week in a fast-paced, regulated pharma environment. Closing date 1 November 2026.