Automation Engineer

CG Controls Ltd.; Tipperary; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CG Controls Ltd. seeks an experienced DeltaV Automation Engineer to support design, configuration, commissioning, validation and lifecycle management of DeltaV control systems in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

The role collaborates with Automation, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and IT/OT to deliver compliant process automation solutions in line with GMP, site standards and regulatory requirements. On-site attendance during commissioning and start-up is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation, Electrical, Chemical or related discipline.
• 5+ years in industrial automation or process control.
• Minimum 3 years hands-on Emerson DeltaV experience.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or other regulated manufacturing.
• Good understanding of GMP lifecycle requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, test, and commission DeltaV DCS applications.
• Develop and modify CM, EMS, Phases and recipes, batch control logic & Alarm configuration.
• Support DeltaV Batch configuration including recipes, unit procedures and phases.
• Develop automation solutions per FS, DS and site automation standards.
• Prepare/review URS documentation, test protocols and scripts.
• Commissioning and qualification documentation.
• Execute FAT, SAT, commissioning and qualification activities.
• Support IQ/OQ/PQ, CSV and CSA activities as required.
• Troubleshoot DeltaV hardware, software, networks and interfaces.
• Integrate DeltaV with MES/SCADA/BMS and other systems.

Skills

DeltaV automation

GMP compliance

Process control troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automation or related field

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

OSIsoft PI

ISA-88

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Delta V Automation Engineer to support the design, configuration, commissioning, qualification, and ongoing lifecycle management of a DeltaV control systems within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with Automation, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, IT/OT, and equipment vendors to deliver reliable and compliant process automation solutions in accordance with site standards, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and applicable regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, test, and commission DeltaV DCS applications.
• Develop and modify: CMs, EMS, Phases and recipes, Batch control logic & Alarm configuration
• Support DeltaV Batch configuration, including recipes, unit procedures, operations, and phases where applicable.
• Develop automation solutions in accordance with approved Functional Specifications, Design Specifications, and site automation standards.
• Prepare and/or review URS documentation, Test protocols and test scripts
• Commissioning and qualification documentation
• Execute and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning, and qualification activities.
• Support IQ/OQ/PQ, Computerised System Validation (CSV), and Computer Software Assurance (CSA) activities as required.
• Troubleshoot DeltaV hardware, software, communications, control logic, instrumentation interfaces, and process-related automation issues.
• Support integration of DeltaV with third-party systems and equipment using technologies such as:OPC / OPC UA, Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Profinet Serial communications
• Support interfaces between DeltaV and systems such as: MES Process historians, SCADA systems, PLC-controlled equipment, Building Management Systems (BMS),Laboratory or manufacturing data systems
• Ensure automation systems comply with applicable pharmaceutical requirements, including: GxP / GMP, 21 CFR Part 11, EU GMP Annex 11, Data Integrity principles & GAMP 5

Required Experience

Degree or equivalent qualification in Automation, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.

Typically 5+ years' experience in industrial automation or process control.

Minimum 3 years' hands-on Emerson DeltaV experience within a project or manufacturing environment.

Experience working within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or other highly regulated manufacturing environment.

Good understanding of GMP automation lifecycle requirements.

Experience with commissioning and qualification of automated systems.

• P&IDs
• Electrical and network drawings
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail.
• OSIsoft / AVEVA PI
• Industrial networking and cybersecurity
• ISA-88 batch standards

The role will require attendance on-site during commissioning, qualification and start-up