Junior Install and Commissioning Systems Engineer

NNIT; Limerick; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Onsite role in Limerick

Career development in life sciences

Job summary

NNIT in Limerick is seeking a Junior Install & Commissioning Systems Engineer to commission, install and support automation and control systems on site. You will work under guidance to meet project requirements and maintain compliant operations.

The role requires hands-on experience with Allen Bradley Logix 5000, PLC/HMI programming, and a basic understanding of validation processes in pharma or biotech environments. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with Allen Bradley Control Systems and related PLC/HMI programming.
• Knowledge of validation for automated processes in pharma/medical devices is desirable.
• Background in assembly automation, robotics or complex machine control.

Responsibilities

• Commission, install and support automation systems on site in Limerick.
• Review SOPs, follow plant requirements and ensure compliant operations.
• Work with plant demand to deliver automation solutions and reduce costs.
• Assist in cyber security and risk-based controls related to automation.
• Support CAPA investigations and maintenance of MCC/MV equipment.

Skills

Allen Bradley Logix 5000

PLC programming

HMI programming

Siemens Step7

SCADA

Validation of processes

Automation & robotics

Education

B.Sc. in Mechatronics or equivalent

Tools

Siemens Step7

SCADA

Vision Systems

Job description

• Junior Install & Commissioning Systems Engineer
• Limerick
• Permanent
• Fully onsite role

Limerick

Details

Type of contract: Permanent

Location(s): Limerick

Language(s): English

Mobility: Limited Travel

Application Deadline: 31/10/2026

The Role

• Junior Install & Commissioning Systems Engineer
• Limerick
• Permanent
• Fully onsite role

Role Brief

The successful candidate will be responsible for commissioning, installation and support of automation and control systems. The candidate must possess the technical expertise to maintain, develop, troubleshoot, and validate these systems in a compliant manner.

Core Responsibilities

• Under the guidance of your line manager, carry out all automation systems focused tasks on site to meet operational or project requirements.
• Review and consulting SOP’s for any job task you may carry out and ensure you fully understand and adhere to the SOP.
• Work in accordance with plant demand and available manpower to ensure the delivery of all required automation systems solutions.
• Ensure all efforts are made to reduce cost by improving efficiencies.
• Ensure when faults occur ensure adjustments are made and checks carried out until no fault exists.
• Support plant automation systems ensuring compliance CFR 21/Part 11 and other related policies and procedures.
• Conform to all aspects of manufacturing communication network and Predictive Control System.
• Participate in CAPA investigations impacting Engineering.
• Participate in the maintenance of Medium Voltage Equipment.
• Support Risk based cybersecurity threat identification and mitigation activities.
• Perform responsibilities to ensure that the appropriate application of security products and technologies are in place to protect the organization’s systems and information and enable achievement of the organization’s objectives.
• Support the development of a risk-based cyber security program which meets regulatory requirements and aligns with industry leading information security practices.
• Perform threat identification and mitigation activities using industry leading security controls and tools sets.
• Apply technical knowledge to protect the company assets against cyber threats.

Skills Brief

• The candidate must have experience with the following technology: Allen Bradley (Logix 5000)
• Knowledge in PLC and HMI programming/commissioning of Allen Bradley control systems
• Proven knowledge and experience with one or more of the following will be an advantage: Siemens (Step7), , SCADA, Control Systems, Vision Systems
• Knowledge in the validation of automated processes for medical devices or pharmaceuticals
• Knowledge in the improvement and implementation of assembly automation solutions, robotics, and complex machine controls
• Knowledge and understanding of multiple products or disciplines

Person Profile

Candidates must have a B.Sc. degree in Mechatronics or equivalent, with a strong emphasis in mechatronics or automation discipline. Internship experience or hands-on manufacturing industry experience would be ideal, preferably in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, blue chip or relevant GMP environment. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and strong problem skills.

Why should you join NNIT & what we offer to you?

• A dynamic workplace with good working conditions, social activities, team events and work life balance,
• Opportunity to work in a multicultural company with a friendly and dynamic work environment,
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Informal working culture between NNIT colleagues
• Opportunity to work with the most significant life sciences clients
• Diversity of projects, and possibility of shaping your career path
• Personal development model which defines your long-term career goals

Fluency in oral and written English is a must. A second language (German, Danish, Italian, Spanish or French) is advantageous but not essential.

About NNIT

NNIT is a publicly listed company that specializes in IT solutions to life sciences internationally, and to the public and enterprise sectors in Denmark. We focus on high complexity industries and thrive in environments where regulatory demands and complexity are high. We advise on and build sustainable digital solutions that work for the patients, citizens, employees, end users or customers. NNIT consists of group company NNIT A/S and subsidiaries SCALES, Excellis Health Solutions and SL Controls. Together, these companies employ more than 1,800 people in Europe, Asia, and USA.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All candidates are encouraged to apply for the given job regardless of their gender, age, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, national and social origin, political opinion, disability, race, skin colour, and ethnic origin.

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