Automation & Controls Engineer — Global Commissioning & IoT

Harmonics Recruitment; Limerick; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmonics Recruitment seeks an Automation and Controls Engineer to design, develop and maintain PLC and HMI software for our client’s equipment. The role involves commissioning at sites across Ireland and the UK, and supporting FAT, SAT and qualification activities.

You will diagnose automation and electrical issues, collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers, review schematics, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation, Electrical, Mechatronics or related field.
• 3–5 years in automation, controls, or industrial systems.
• Experience programming PLCs (Siemens, Rockwell/AB, Beckhoff, Omron, Mitsubishi).
• Experience developing HMI applications and integrating control systems.
• Experience commissioning automated machinery and diagnosing faults.
• Knowledge of electrical schematics and control panels.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain PLC and HMI software for equipment.
• Commission automated systems at sites in Ireland and the UK.
• Support FAT, SAT and equipment qualification activities.
• Diagnose and resolve automation and electrical issues during commissioning.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineers to improve machine performance.
• Review electrical schematics and control documentation.
• Support continuous improvement for reliability and safety.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI Development

Diagnostics

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Travel Readiness

Driving Licence

Education

Degree in Automation Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley/Rockwell

Beckhoff

Omron

Mitsubishi

HMI software

Job description

Harmonics Recruitment seeks an Automation and Controls Engineer to design, develop and maintain PLC and HMI software for our client’s equipment. The role involves commissioning at sites across Ireland and the UK, and supporting FAT, SAT and qualification activities.

You will diagnose automation and electrical issues, collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers, review schematics, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.