Principal Rockwell Automation Engineer - GMP Pharma Lead

European Tech Recruit

Limerick

On-site

EUR 100,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

European Tech Recruit in Limerick, Ireland is seeking a Principal Automation Engineer to lead Rockwell/Allen-Bradley automation within a highly regulated biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility. The role offers ownership of critical automation systems and positions you as the site's subject matter expert for Rockwell technologies.

You will design, implement and optimise ControlLogix, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View SE/ME and FactoryTalk Historian, manage automation projects from concept to

Qualifications

  • Degree in Engineering, Science or related technical discipline.
  • 8+ years' experience with validated automation systems in regulated manufacturing.
  • Extensive hands-on experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley platforms.
  • Strong GMP, GAMP 5, 21 CFR Part 11, CSV and data integrity knowledge.

Responsibilities

  • Act as site SME for Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI systems, providing guidance and troubleshooting.
  • Lead automation projects from concept through commissioning and handover.
  • Design, develop, maintain and optimise automation solutions using ControlLogix, Studio 5000, and FactoryTalk.
  • Manage change controls and ensure GMP compliance.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, IT/OT and external vendors.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
  • Participate in on-call support as required.

Skills

Rockwell Automation
PLC
HMI
GMP Manufacturing

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

ControlLogix
Studio 5000
FactoryTalk View SE/ME
FactoryTalk Historian

Job description

European Tech Recruit in Limerick, Ireland is seeking a Principal Automation Engineer to lead Rockwell/Allen-Bradley automation within a highly regulated biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility. The role offers ownership of critical automation systems and positions you as the site's subject matter expert for Rockwell technologies.

You will design, implement and optimise ControlLogix, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View SE/ME and FactoryTalk Historian, manage automation projects from concept to

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