Principal Automation Engineer

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

Job summary

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Limerick, Ireland, is seeking a Principal Automation Engineer to join the Automation team.

You will be the site SME for Allen Bradley Rockwell PLC and HMI programming, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of automated process equipment. You will lead end-to-end automation projects from concept through commissioning and turnover, manage change control per SOPs and GAMP 5, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, document, and maintain software

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Science/Engineering with 8+ years in validated Automation systems within a regulated industry (FDA/cGMP).
• Strong working knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, validation/qualification methodologies, data integrity, and change control.
• Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley Rockwell automation platforms (FactoryTalk View Studio SE/ME, ControlLogix Studio 5000).

Responsibilities

• Serve as site SME for Allen Bradley Rockwell PLC and HMI programming, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
• Lead end-to-end automation projects from concept to commissioning and turnover.
• Develop and maintain project schedules; work with cross-functional teams to design, document, and maintain software architecture for embedded and application software.
• Own change control processes for automation configuration changes ensuring SOP adherence and data integrity.
• Provide engineering design documentation guidance, test plans, and regulatory compliance support under GAMP 5.
• Lead root cause analysis and complex troubleshooting with high independence; provide 24/7 on-call support as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance system performance, reliability, and compliance.

Skills

Allen Bradley Rockwell PLC

HMI programming

Root cause analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Project leadership

Education

BS/BA in Science/Engineering

Tools

FactoryTalk View Studio SE/ME

ControlLogix Studio 5000

FactoryTalk Historian

SEEQ

Ignition

MS SQL

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:

• Serving as the site's subject matter expert for Allen Bradley Rockwell PLC and HMI programming, diagnostics, and troubleshooting, ensuring robust and reliable performance of automated process equipment
• Leading end-to-end automation engineering projects, taking ownership from concept and design through execution, commissioning, and turnover
• Developing and maintaining detailed, accurate project schedules while collaborating with cross-functional teams, end users, and third-party partners to design, develop, document, and maintain software architecture deliverables for both embedded and application software
• Taking ownership of change control processes for automation system configuration changes, ensuring rigorous adherence to established SOPs, thorough assessment of impact to Manufacturing and Facilities equipment, and preservation of data integrity throughout the change lifecycle
• Providing expert guidance on engineering design documentation, technical evaluations, and test plans for cGMP process equipment, ensuring strict compliance with GAMP 5 guidelines and applicable GMP regulations
• Leading root cause analysis, incident investigations, and complex troubleshooting for automation systems, driving issues to resolution with a high degree of independence and accountability
• Providing out-of-hours (24/7) on-call support as required to maintain operational continuity
• Driving continuous improvement of production operations, identifying and delivering opportunities to enhance system performance, reliability, and compliance
• Providing leadership and oversight in the management of automation contractors, ensuring quality and compliance standards are upheld throughout engagements
• Owning the design and approval of hardware, software, and controls for automated equipment, upholding rigorous engineering and quality standards

The environment and physical rhythms of this role:

• Demonstrated leadership capability, with a proven track record of working independently, exercising sound judgement without direct supervision, and mentoring junior members of the automation team
• Strong compliance mindset with a proactive, disciplined approach to audit readiness and regulatory inspection support
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships across departments and with external business partners

Let’s find out if we’re a fit:

• BS/BA in Science/Engineering discipline and a minimum 8 years experience working with validated Automation systems within a regulated industry (e.g., FDA/cGMP), with demonstrated expertise in GMP regulations and compliance frameworks
• Strong working knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, validation/qualification methodologies, data integrity principles, and change control processes
• In-depth, hands‑on experience with the Allen Bradley Rockwell automation platform (FactoryTalk View Studio SE/ME, ControlLogix Studio 5000, FactoryTalk Historian, etc.)
• Familiarity with complementary data management and analytics platforms (e.g., SEEQ, Ignition, Splunk, MS SQL) considered a strong advantage

Thrive today. Grow tomorrow.

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Does this sound like you? We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

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. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.

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