Assoc. Spclst, Engineering DMO Graduate - Ballydine

MSD Malaysia; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Ballydine, Ireland, is offering an Assoc. Spclst, Engineering DMO Graduate role. The program rotates across automation platforms, enabling hands-on experience with Rockwell/Siemens PLCs, ABB/DeltaV DCS, and Power BI analytics.

You will receive full training, support operations daily, and work within a compliant manufacturing culture to deliver high-performance automation projects.

Qualifications

• Graduate with strong interest in automation and data analytics.
• Rotation across automation platforms during the program.
• Opportunity to contribute to GMP-compliant manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop process control applications on automation platforms.
• Provide day-to-day automation support to operating areas.
• Ensure adherence to standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with access reviews, backups, and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with teams to address daily operational issues.
• Develop and support analytical dashboards for business needs.

Skills

Automation Engineering

Data Analysis

Project Management

Interpersonal Communication

Problem Solving

Microsoft Power BI

Education

2:1 in Automation/Engineering

Tools

Rockwell & Siemens PLCs

ABB/DeltaV DCS

Power BI

BMS Control Systems

Job description

## Assoc. Spclst, Engineering DMO Graduate - BallydineApply: Hybrid: IRL - Tipperary - Ballydine: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 19, 2026 (3 days left to apply): R404182Job DescriptionA graduate rotation automation engineer role is available for graduates with curious minds who have a passion in automation.In this role, you will be provided with full training and have an opportunity to develop and learn all about manufacturing process getting hands on experience with various automation and data analytics technologies such as OEM PLC platforms from Rockwell\\Siemens, BMS Control Systems, Distributed control systems (ABB & DeltaV) and Power Bi Platforms.You will contribute to the High Performance culture within the automation and data analytics team, providing a flexible, accurate service to enable the department to achieve our Manufacturing Division key priorities.You will be an active member of the Automation team reporting to the Site Automation Lead. Your primary responsibilities will include providing project support and support to Operations on a daily basis. During your graduate placement, you will have the opportunity to rotate across the various technology areas highlighted above.**Responsibilities:*** Development of Process Control Applications on various automation platforms* Provide day to day support to Operating Areas for Automation components of the process* Ensure adherence with standards, following business processes in the execution and support of Automation systems* Manage daily tasks like user access reviews, backup and restore tasks, install\\troubleshoot\\decommission equipment* Participate in daily Tier calls, taking responsibility to collaborate with customers to address daily operational issues.* Comply with Global Policies, Procedures and Guidelines, regulatory requirements and execute current Good manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in the performance of day to day activities and all applicable job functions.* Work collaboratively to drive a safe and compliant culture* Development and support of analytical dashboards to address business needs**Core Competencies (Technical):*** Some knowledge of Computer System Development Lifecycle is preferred* Some knowledge of automation systems is preferred* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and job related computer applications required**Core Competencies (Business):*** Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively with all levels of colleagues in a team environment* Self motivated* Effective time management, multi-tasking and problem solving skills**Qualifications*** Degree Qualification 2:1 ideally in a related Automation, Engineering, Computer or other Technical disciplinePQ20**Required Skills:**Automation Engineering, Automation Engineering, Business Processes, Chemical Engineering, Core Competencies, Data Analysis, Distributed Control System (DCS), Distributed Systems, Engineering Design, Engineering Standards, Estimation and Planning, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Industrial Engineering, Interpersonal Communication, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing Scale-Up, Microsoft Power Business Intelligence (PBI), Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Process Manufacturing, Professional Engineering, Project Management, Project Management Support, Regulatory Requirements, Self Motivation {+ 2 more}**Preferred Skills:**Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HERE**Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully** Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.**Employee Status:**Project Temps (Fixed Term)**Relocation:**No relocation**VISA Sponsorship:**No**Travel Requirements:**No Travel Required**Flexible Work Arrangements:**Hybrid**Shift:**Not Indicated**Valid Driving License:**No**Hazardous Material(s):**N/A**Job Posting End Date:**09/19/2026**\\*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.**Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.