Automation Maintenance Engineering Supervisor - Athlone, Ireland (m/f/x)*

Solventum-; Athlone; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

Solventum in Athlone, Ireland, seeks an Automation Maintenance Engineering Supervisor to lead maintenance and reliability for automated production systems, robotics, vision systems, electrical and mechanical assets. You will drive safety, continuous improvement, and a reliability-centered culture across shifts.

You will provide technical leadership for automation, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and industrial networks, while developing teams, optimizing downtime, and supporting capital projects.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical engineering and industrial automation maintenance knowledge.
• Strong mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting expertise.
• Experience supporting robotics, automated manufacturing systems, and material handling equipment.
• Knowledge of machine vision systems and automated inspection technologies.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Schneider, Beckhoff, or equivalent).
• Understanding of industrial networking and communication protocols.
• Strong understanding of reliability engineering principles and maintenance strategies.
• Experience with CMMS (PEMAC).

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance and reliability for automated production systems, robotics, vision, electrical and mechanical assets.
• Provide technical leadership for automation, robotics, controls, electrical and mechanical maintenance activities.
• Drive equipment reliability, OEE, and continuous improvement while ensuring safety.
• Oversee major shutdowns, spare parts management, and documentation processes.
• Lead RCA, FMEA, and RCMA initiatives and develop predictive maintenance programs.

Skills

Automation

Robotics

Vision systems

PLCs

SCADA

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

RCM

RCFA

FMEA

CMMS PEMAC

Reliability engineering

Education

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Mechatronics

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Schneider PLC

Beckhoff

HMI/SCADA

Job description

At Solventum, we improve lives by helping healthcare professionals do their best work. Join a team using innovation and insight to make a real impact on the future of healthcare. All roles listed are with Solventum, and we’re committed to protecting your personal information—learn more in our Privacy Policy: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/legal/website-privacy-statement/applicant-privacy/Job Description:At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue.We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.The Impact You’ll Make in this Role:The Automation Maintenance Engineering Supervisor is responsible for leading the maintenance and reliability function for automated production systems, robotics, vision systems, electrical and mechanical assets in the Automation production area.The role combines strong technical expertise with inspirational people leadership to drive equipment reliability, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and safe working practices. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership for automation, robotics, controls, electrical and mechanical maintenance activities while fostering a reliability-centred culture focused on maximizing equipment performance and minimizing unplanned downtime.This position requires a hands-on leader who can effectively manage change, develop high-performing teams, and partner with operational stakeholders to deliver sustainable reliability improvements and business outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & People DevelopmentLead, coach, and develop a 4 Cycle Shift team of maintenance techniciansCreate a high-performance culture focused on safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvementConduct performance management, talent development, succession planning, and skills assessments with structured training plansFoster employee engagement through effective communication, coaching, mentoring, and recognitionChampion site-wide change management initiatives and support business transformation projectsBuild strong cross-functional relationships with Operations, Quality, EHS, and Supply Chain teamsCollaborate with Production Engineering on COGS and reliability projectsTechnical Skills in Automation, Robotics & Vision SystemsProvide technical leadership for automation systems, PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, industrial networks, and control systemsLead troubleshooting and root cause investigations of complex automation and control system failuresSupport the optimization and continuous improvement of robotic systems, automated material handling equipment, and manufacturing automation platforms.Oversee maintenance and performance improvements of machine vision and inspection systemsEnsure robust control system backup, cybersecurity, change control, and documentation processes are maintainedSupport automation upgrades, retrofits, and capital investment projectsElectrical & Mechanical MaintenanceLead preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance activitiesProvide expertise in electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and electromechanical systemsEnsure maintenance work is planned and executed to maximize equipment availabilityCoordinate major shutdown activities, equipment installations and project activitiesEnsure effective spare parts management and critical strategies are implementedPromote maintenance best practices and standardization across the shiftsReliability Engineering & Continuous ImprovementDrive a reliability-centred maintenance strategy focused on equipment lifecycle management and performance optimizationLead Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) initiativesDevelop predictive maintenance programs utilizing condition monitoring and asset health assessment techniquesAnalyse maintenance and operational data to identify opportunities for reliability improvementEstablish and monitor key reliability metrics including MTBF, MTTR, OEE, and asset availabilityLead continuous improvement initiatives that reduce downtime, increase productivity, and improve equipment performanceDrive a culture of proactive maintenance and defect eliminationChange Management & InnovationLead and support organizational and technical change initiativesPromote innovation and adoption of new technologies that improve safety, reliability, and operational performanceManage equipment modifications and engineering changes through structured change management processesSupport digital transformation initiatives including smart maintenance technologies and data-driven decision-makingIdentify opportunities for automation enhancements and process optimizationHealth, Safety & CompliancePromote an uncompromising safety culture and ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental requirementsEnsure all maintenance activities are performed in accordance with site procedures and regulatory requirementsConduct risk assessments, permit reviews, and safety audits as requiredSupport compliance audits and ensure maintenance documentation is accurate and up to dateEnsure machine safety standards and safeguarding requirements are maintained across all equipmentEssential Knowledge, Skills & ExperienceTechnical KnowledgeStrong electrical engineering and industrial automation maintenance knowledgeStrong mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting expertiseExperience supporting robotics, automated manufacturing systems, and material handling equipment.Knowledge of machine vision systems and automated inspection technologies.Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Schneider, Beckhoff, or equivalent).Understanding of industrial networking and communication protocols.Strong understanding of reliability engineering principles and maintenance strategies.Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) (PEMAC)Leadership CompetenciesProven people leadership and team development experienceStrong coaching, mentoring, and performance management skillsAbility to influence stakeholders at all organizational levelsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong decision-making and problem-solving capabilitiesDemonstrated ability to lead through change and drive organizational transformationAbility to build and sustain high-performing teamsReliability & Continuous Improvement CompetenciesReliability Cantered Maintenance (RCM)Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)Asset Lifecycle ManagementPredictive & Preventive Maintenance MethodologiesLean Manufacturing PrinciplesContinuous Improvement TechniquesData Analysis and KPI ManagementOperational Excellence PracticesQualificationsEssentialDegree, Higher Diploma, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related disciplineRelevant engineering or technical certificationDesirableProfessional Reliability CertificationLean Six Sigma Green Belt or higherProject Management qualificationChange Management certificationRobotics and Automation certificationsExperienceMinimum 5-10 years' experience in maintenance engineering, automation, reliability engineering, or industrial operationsDemonstrated & proven experience leading maintenance and engineering teamsExperience working in highly automated manufacturing, logistics, pharmaceutical, data centre, or industrial environmentsProven track record of delivering measurable reliability improvements and continuous improvement initiativesExperience managing automation, robotics, vision systems, and complex industrial assetsExperience leading change management and transformation programmesKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)Equipment Availability uptime >95%Asset ReliabilityMean Time Between Failures (MTBF)Mean Time To Repair (MTTR)Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)Preventive Maintenance Completion Rate 100%Unplanned Downtime Reduction <5%Reliability Improvement Projects DeliveredSafety Performance MetricsTeam Engagement & DevelopmentContinuous Improvement SavingsChange Management Success RateCore Values & BehavioursSafety FirstLeadership Through InfluenceAccountability & OwnershipCustomer FocusInnovation & Continuous ImprovementTechnical ExcellenceCollaboration & TeamworkIntegrity & RespectReliability MindsetGrowth & Development FocusRole Location: Athlone, IrelandRemunerationSalary - €high-reaching dependent on skills and experience plus excellent benefits package.Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).Supporting Your Well-beingSolventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. 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