Automation Engineer – GMP & Digital Manufacturing

Sanofi; Munster; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi is seeking an Automation Engineer in Waterford to support and advance the site’s automated manufacturing capabilities. You will handle operational support for automation infrastructure and lead capital improvement projects, ensuring reliability, compliance, and alignment with the Digital Lighthouse strategy.

The role covers PLCs, SCADA, MES, Historian, and IIoT within a GMP setting, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and to specification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Automation or related field.
• Hands-on automation experience in GMP pharmaceutical settings.
• Experience with Siemens S7 / TIA Portal programming and commissioning.
• Proficiency with Wonderware, iFix, or Zenon SCADA platforms.
• Experience with OSIsoft PI Historian or Ignition for data handling.
• Knowledge of Windows Server and OT/IT networks.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day automation support for manufacturing equipment across PFS, LYO, Filling, and Packaging.
• Troubleshoot automation issues on Siemens S7/TIA Portal, Wonderware, iFix, and Zenon to minimise downtime.
• Maintain and administer OSIsoft PI Historian and Ignition platforms for data integrity.
• Manage Windows Server environments underpinning site automation systems.
• Maintain site OT network infrastructure with cybersecurity controls.

Skills

Siemens S7 / TIA Portal

Wonderware (AVEVA)

iFix (GE)

Zenon (Copa-Data)

OSIsoft PI Historian

Ignition (Inductive Automation)

Windows Server administration

OT/IT network knowledge

CSV / GAMP 5 familiarity

GMP understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Automation/Control Systems

Job description

Sanofi is seeking an Automation Engineer in Waterford to support and advance the site’s automated manufacturing capabilities. You will handle operational support for automation infrastructure and lead capital improvement projects, ensuring reliability, compliance, and alignment with the Digital Lighthouse strategy.

The role covers PLCs, SCADA, MES, Historian, and IIoT within a GMP setting, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and to specification.