Automation (Controls) Engineer

CREGG Group; Galway; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

CREGG Group in Galway is seeking an Automation (Controls) Engineer II for a world-leading medical device manufacturer. You will define the control platform, deliver software, and coordinate project activities within a multi-disciplinary team.

The role requires a Level 8 degree in Mechatronics/Automation/Electrical Engineering and at least 2 years' experience. Strong PLC and Allen-Bradley experience is essential, with exposure to vision systems and HMI/SCADA.

Qualifications

• Level 8 degree in Mechatronics/Automation/Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years experience as Automation Engineer.
• Experience with PLC-based control systems, especially Allen-Bradley/Rockwell.

Responsibilities

• Defines Control Platform and Delivers Software.
• Manages projects and portions of projects as part of a larger team.
• Troubleshoot equipment downtime and support integration of electrical and mechanical software components for new production line installs.
• Supervises the work and gives direction to other Junior Machine Control Engineers.
• Determines Project schedules and works with team and other departments across the plant to ensure adherence.
• Works closely with the customer to understand requirements and propose creative and cost effective solutions.

Skills

PLC-based control

Automation engineering

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Electrical schematics

Education

Mechatronics degree

2+ years experience

Tools

Allen-Bradley Rockwell

Ignition HMI/SCADA

Cognex/Keyence vision

Beckhoff motion control

Job description

Automation(Controls) Engineer II

Automation (Controls) Engineer required for Galway's world leading multinational medical device manufacturing client.

Key Responsibilities:

• Defines Control Platform and Delivers Software
• Manages projects and portions of projects as part of a larger team.
• Troubleshoot equipment downtime and supporting integration of electrical and mechanical software components for new production line installs.
• Supervises the work and gives direction to other Junior Machine Control Engineers.
• Determines Project schedules and works with team and other departments across the plant to ensure adherence.
• Works closely with the customer to understand requirements and propose creative and cost effective solutions.

The following technical skills are desirable:

• Experience with PLC-based control systems.
• Allen-Bradley / Rockwell experience essential.
• Experience with vision systems such as Cognex or Keyence preferred.
• Exposure to Beckhoff, Epson robots, motion control, and HMI/SCADA (Ignition) systems desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and machine documentation.
• Experience with commissioning, testing, and equipment support activities.
• Knowledge of structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methods.

Key Requirements:

Level 8 degree in Mechatronics/Automation/Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Minimum 2 years experience as Automation Engineer

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