Automation Engineer – DeltaV (Dundalk - Onsite)

Advanced Manufacturing Tech Solutions (AMTSOL); Leinster; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Manufacturing Tech Solutions (AMTSOL) is looking for a motivated Automation Engineer in Ireland, Leinster, with hands-on experience in Emerson DeltaV. The role focuses on supporting automation projects and ensuring compliance within a GMP-regulated biopharmaceutical environment.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience, with responsibilities including designing, implementing, and troubleshooting automation solutions, working closely with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of automation engineering experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences.
• Experience in supporting GMP-regulated manufacturing operations.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support design, configuration, testing, and implementation of DeltaV automation changes.
• Ensure compliance with site procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Provide day-to-day support for DeltaV-controlled manufacturing systems.

Skills

Hands-on Emerson DeltaV experience

Troubleshooting automation issues

Understanding of GMP standards

Experience with Functional Design Specifications (FDS)

Education

Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology

Job description

• Automation Engineer – DeltaV
• Level : Mid level (3 – 6 yrs)
• Location: Ireland, Dundalk, Onsite role.
• Industry: Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing

About the Role

AMTSOL is seeking a motivated Automation Engineer with hands‑on Emerson DeltaV experience to support automation projects and manufacturing operations within a GMP-regulated biopharmaceutical environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with Senior Automation Engineers, Manufacturing, MSAT, and Quality teams to implement automation changes, support project execution, troubleshoot system issues, and ensure compliance with site procedures and GMP standards.

Key Responsibilities

Implementation and Commissioning

• Support the design, configuration, testing, and implementation of DeltaV automation changes.
• Assist in reviewing and updating Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and associated automation documentation.
• Work with Manufacturing, MSAT, and Engineering teams to understand process requirements and support implementation activities.
• Participate in software testing, commissioning, and deployment activities.
• Support execution of automation projects in accordance with approved procedures and project schedules.

Change Management & Compliance

• Support GMP automation change control activities.
• Assist with impact assessments, testing documentation, and implementation plans.
• Execute software deployments between development, test, and production environments following approved procedures.
• Ensure automation documentation is maintained in compliance with site and regulatory requirements.
• Support deviation investigations, troubleshooting activities, and corrective actions where required.

Manufacturing Support

• Provide day‑to‑day support for DeltaV‑controlled manufacturing systems.
• Troubleshoot automation‑related issues and work with cross‑functional teams to identify and implement solutions.
• Support manufacturing campaigns and process improvement initiatives.
• Participate in system maintenance, upgrades, and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain compliance with GMP, safety, and data integrity requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years of automation engineering experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences manufacturing environments.
• Hands‑on experience with Emerson DeltaV systems.
• Experience supporting GMP‑regulated manufacturing operations.
• Understanding of automation change control and software deployment processes.
• Experience working with Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and automation lifecycle documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot automation and process control issues in a manufacturing environment.