Control Engineer

Wynne Consulting; Cork; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Competitive salary

Career progression

Job summary

Wynne Consulting requires an experienced Controls Engineer to join our industrial automation team in Ireland. You will own PLC-based control systems in live production environments, delivering reliable automation solutions in GMP settings across life sciences and pharma projects.

Responsibilities include programming Rockwell/Siemens platforms, configuring SCADA/HMI, commissioning, and maintaining technical documentation while adhering to GAMP, data integrity and change-control processes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Automation, Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, Chemical or related Engineering discipline.
• 3–5+ years’ experience in industrial automation / controls engineering.
• Strong PLC programming and industrial control systems experience (Rockwell or Siemens).
• Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms and live-site support.
• GAMP lifecycle, GMP, change control and data integrity knowledge.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, program and maintain PLC-based control systems (Rockwell/Siemens).
• Configure and support SCADA, HMI, and batch systems.
• Provide day-to-day system ownership, troubleshooting and support.
• Lead or support commissioning, testing and handover of control systems.
• Produce technical documentation and lifecycle records (GAMP compliant).
• Manage change controls, deviations and CAPAs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, data integrity and EHS standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Rockwell Studio 5000

Siemens TIA Portal

Job description

Controls Engineer (Ireland) - €70-80K Basic - Exclusive role

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Controls Engineer to join our growing industrial automation team supporting clients across the life sciences, pharmaceutical, biotech, and advanced manufacturing sectors in Ireland.

You will take ownership of control systems in live production environments, delivering reliable automation solutions that keep critical processes running safely and efficiently. This is a hands-on role involving PLC programming, SCADA/HMI configuration, troubleshooting, commissioning, and continuous improvement within regulated (GMP) settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, program, and maintain PLC-based control systems (primarily Rockwell Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens platforms)
• Configure and support SCADA, HMI, and batch systems (e.g. FactoryTalk View, FTBatch, or equivalent)
• Provide day-to-day system ownership, troubleshooting, and technical support for automation systems in Formulation, Fill/Finish, Utilities, Packaging, or similar process areas
• Lead or support commissioning, testing, and handover of new or upgraded control systems
• Produce and maintain technical documentation including functional specifications, loop diagrams, architecture drawings, and GAMP-compliant lifecycle documents
• Manage change controls, deviations, and CAPAs related to automation systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (process, validation, facilities, project engineers) and external vendors
• Ensure all work complies with cGMP, data integrity, EHS, and site quality standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement and reliability initiatives on critical control systems

Required Experience & Skills

• Degree (or equivalent) in Automation, Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline
• 3–5+ years’ experience in industrial automation / controls engineering (pharmaceutical, biotech, or high-spec process manufacturing preferred)
• Strong hands-on experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems (Rockwell Studio 5000 / Logix or Siemens TIA Portal / Step 7)
• Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms and live-site support
• Working knowledge of GAMP lifecycle, GMP, change control, and data integrity requirements
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex automation issues under pressure
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Full clean Irish driving licence and willingness to travel to client sites as required
• Right to work in Ireland (EU passport or Stamp 4 preferred)
• Experience in a System Owner or similar accountability role
• Knowledge of DeltaV, AVEVA PI, Building Automation Systems (e.g. Siemens Desigo), or MES platforms
• Experience with batch recipe management, utilities automation, or fill/finish packaging lines
• Prior work in a contract engineering services environment supporting multinational clients

What We Offer

• Competitive salary or hourly rate based on experience
• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects with leading manufacturing clients
• Professional development and exposure to a wide range of automation technologies
• Supportive team environment with clear career progression paths
• Hybrid working arrangements where project requirements allow