Associate Specialist, Manufacturing Automation

MSD; Ballydine; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD Ballydine in Ireland seeks an Automation Engineer to support projects, vendors and operations across PLC, BMS and SCADA systems. You will drive SDLC deliverables, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with QA/CSV to meet cGMP standards.

The role covers design, validation, maintenance and integration of automation solutions, while ensuring quality, safety and continuous improvement within a GMP manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Automation Process Control, Computer Science or Software Engineering.
• Technical and operational expertise in DCS, PLC, BMS and SCADA systems; data historians and reporting.
• Experience with Computer System Validation, GMP/compliant documentation and vendor collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support projects with automation resources and vendors to deliver systems on time and budget.
• Provide Operations support including fault diagnosis and remediation activities.
• Manage SDLC deliverables aligned with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with QA and CSV to ensure deliverables meet regulatory requirements.
• Implement and support PLC technology and infrastructure (Siemens & Rockwell).

Skills

DCS/PLC/SCADA

Data historian

CSV

Shop floor integration

Automation solutions

Project execution

Documentation review

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelors in Automation Process Control

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell PLC

Building Management Systems

SCADA

Job description

Job Description

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation to carry out the following:

• As the Automation Engineer where support is provided to projects you will work with other Automation resources, Automation vendors and partners to deliver automation systems on time and within budget.
• Provide support functions to Operations including fault diagnosis and remediation activities.
• Provide support of Department activities such as user additions / removals; Preventative Maintenance and Periodic Reviews of PLC systems.
• Develop SDLC deliverables, compliant with company standards, including but not limited to:
• Requirements Specifications
• Requirements Traceability Matrix
• Functional Specification
• Design Specification
• Code Review
• Test specification/test script
• Work closely with vendors of Automation equipment to ensure project deliverables meet requirements.
• Work closely with the Quality Assurance and Computer System Validation functions and ensure their requirements are met in all deliverables.
• Ensure Automation compliance 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.
• Implement, manage, update and support various PLC technology and infrastructure across the site (Siemens & Rockwell PLC's, Building Management Systems, Utilities Management Systems)

What skills you will need:

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

· Bachelor's Degree in Automation Process Control, Computer Science or Software Engineering

· Technical and operational expertise in the following disciplines:

o DCS, PLC, BMS and SCADA systems o Data historian and reporting systems o Computer System Validation o Control System/Shop floor Integration o Experience in the implementation and on-going support of Automation solutions o Project execution skills o Experience in reviewing and approving technical and compliance documentation o Excellent problem-solving skills o Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills o Demonstrable logical and systematic problem-solving skills

The following experience is an advantage:

o Business knowledge of Pharmaceutical Drug Substance and Drug Product production o Experience working in a GMP environment and with regulatory inspections o Contractor and vendor management skills

First established in 1976, our Ballydine facility develops and supplies the active ingredients and final formulated product for a range of innovative medicines at its manufacturing and R&D facilities. Ballydine was our Company's first site in Ireland, the Ballydine site is our Company's primary small molecule pipeline commercialisation facility globally, operating as a European hub for quality, manufacturing, and engineering. Its highly skilled teams lead the way in the development of new medicines, including innovative treatments for Hepatitis C, HIV and immuno-oncology, the site exports to over 25 countries around the world.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.

Adaptability, Adaptability, Advanced Process Control, Automation Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Communication, Computer Applications, Computer-Integrated Manufacturing (CIM), Control System (Inactive), Industrial Engineering, Innovation, IT Automation, Machinery Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Mentorship, Metal Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Organizational Behavior, Prioritization, Process Engineering, Product Engineering, Product Manufacturing, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Robotic Process Automation {+ 4 more}

Employee Status:

Regular

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Job Posting End Date:

11/5/2026

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