DeltaV Automation Engineer

NeoDyne; Dublin; On-site; EUR 82,656 - 110,208; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Paid overtime

Flexible working hours

Job summary

NeoDyne is looking for a DeltaV Automation Engineer to support our key client in Dublin. The role involves executing automation projects in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, ensuring high standards of compliance and efficiency.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Chemical Engineering, alongside 5+ years of relevant experience. The position offers competitive hourly rates and opportunities for paid overtime, contributing to impactful automation solutions in the life sciences sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as an Automation Engineer in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Experience with ISA-88 / ISA-95 standards preferred.
• Excellent technical documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute automation scope in NPI Project Team.
• Collaborate with Process SMEs and CQV Leads.
• Provide technical input into Functional Design Specifications.

Skills

Emerson DeltaV

GMP regulations

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

SCADA platforms

Job description

Overview

NeoDyne is a leading engineering company specialising in industrial automation, digital manufacturing, and electrical engineering solutions. With a strong presence across multiple sectors, including Life Sciences, Food & Beverage, and Energy, NeoDyne delivers leading‑edge solutions that drive efficiency, safety, and performance for its customers worldwide. With a team of 220+ skilled engineers, our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle, from design and implementation to commissioning and operations. From our offices in Ireland, the UK, Romania, and the US, we operate on a global scale, combining technical expertise with local delivery. We support customers across Europe, North America, and Asia, delivering tailored engineering services that drive long-term success.

NeoDyne is seeking an experienced DeltaV Automation Engineer to support one of our key client sites on a contract basis. The successful candidate will work closely with the NeoDyne team and play a critical role in delivering automation expertise across the Dublin‑based site. As an Automation Engineer supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, you will be part of a multidisciplinary Engineering team within a highly automated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The role focuses on delivering automation design and implementation activities, working closely with Process, CQV, and Project Engineering teams to ensure robust, compliant automation solutions are delivered in line with project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute assigned automation scope as part of the Automation NPI Project Team, ensuring alignment with project schedules, standards, and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with Process SMEs, CQV Leads, and Automation Engineers to capture, review, and translate process requirements into automation solutions.
• Provide technical input into Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and participate in formal design reviews.
• Support Functional Design approval and ensure automation deliverables meet defined requirements.
• Develop and implement Automation Change Packs (ACPs), including required control system code modifications.
• Participate in internal and client automation reviews, addressing technical queries and supporting issue resolution.

Required Experience & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronic, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years' experience as an Automation Engineer within pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience working in GMP‑regulated facilities.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Emerson DeltaV, including S88 batch concepts.
• Demonstrated experience across the automation project lifecycle, from design through implementation and commissioning.
• Experience supporting Automation Compliance Lifecycle and Change Management activities.
• Strong technical documentation skills, including contribution to Functional Design Specifications (FDS).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams.

Desired / Nice to Have

• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects.
• Plant commissioning and start‑up experience.
• Working knowledge of ISA‑88 / ISA‑95 standards.
• Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11 regulatory requirements.
• Experience with DeltaV Continuous Process Systems (CPS) and SCADA platforms.
• Prior experience working on large‑scale, highly automated manufacturing sites.

Characteristics

• Work well as part of a team.
• Have excellent problem‑solving and diagnostic skills.
• Can complete tasks independently, capable of self‑learning.
• Can prioritise and coordinate work.
• Have excellent customer service, interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
• Can multitask and work well under pressure.
• Are a strategic business thinker.

What's On Offer

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
• Paid overtime available, depending on project demands.
• Flexible working hours may be accommodated in line with project requirements.
• Opportunity to work on a high‑profile biopharma site with a collaborative, technically strong team.
• Chance to be part of NeoDyne's network of engineering professionals, contributing to impactful automation solutions in the life sciences sector.

NeoDyne Ltd is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be treated in strictest confidence.

Applicants must hold a valid EU passport or have the legal right to work in Ireland (e.g., Stamp 4).