Principal Automation Engineer

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals; Limerick; On-site; EUR 63,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals in Limerick seeks a Principal Automation Engineer to join the Automation team. The role involves programming, diagnosing and troubleshooting Allen Bradley Rockwell PLCs and HMIs on automated process equipment, and leading projects from conception through turnover.

Candidates will develop software under change control, produce design documents, and support multiple departments while driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Science/Engineering
• 8 years’ experience with validated automation systems in pharma manufacturing environment
• Strong PLC/HMI and control systems knowledge

Responsibilities

• Program, diagnose and troubleshoot Allen Bradley Rockwell PLC and HMI for automated equipment.
• Lead automation projects from conception to turnover and provide guidance.
• Develop software solutions with change control and assess impact on Manufacturing equipment.
• Produce engineering design docs, evaluations and test plans for cGMP equipment.

Skills

Allen Bradley PLC

Automation leadership

HMI programming

Control systems

Education

BS/BA in Science/Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

GAMP 5

Job description

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. Regeneron is currently seeking a Principal Automation Engineer to join our Automation team.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & where:

• Location: Limerick

What you’ll do:

• Ability to program, diagnose and troubleshoot Allen Bradley Rockwell PLC and HMI application for automated process equipment.
• Independently managing or providing leadership to all phases of automation engineering projects and overseeing these projects from conception, design and initial specifications through to completion and turnover
• Developing and implementing software solutions through change control as required while understanding the impact of actions to Manufacturing and Facilities equipment
• Providing guidance and developing engineering design documents, technical evaluations, and test plans for cGMP process equipment and following GAMP 5 guidelines
• Supporting, maintaining and diagnosing automation hardware
• Providing technical and automation operational support to Engineering, Manufacturing, Validation and Facilities departments
• Reviewing current production operations and ensure continual improvement
• Interacting with and managing automation contractors and supporting project commissioning activities
• Providing design/approval of hardware, software, and controls for automated equipment

The environment and physical rhythms of this role:

• Experience with controls networks and communications systems (Modbus, Ethernet, Profibus etc)
• Direct experience and in depth knowledge of Allen Bradley Rockwell automation platform
• Demonstrate leadership with the ability to work on own initiative without direct supervision from management and provide mentoring to other members of the automation group when required

Let’s find out if we’re a fit:

• BS/BA in Science/Engineering discipline and 8 years’ experience working with validated Automation systems in the pharmaceutical manufacturing environment

Thrive today. Grow tomorrow.

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Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

Salary Range (annually)

€63,200.00 - €103,200.00