Senior Automation & Control Engineer - PLC/SCADA Specialist

Glanua; Cork; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully expensed company vehicle

Laptop and phone

EAP – 24/7 confidential counselling

Job summary

Glan Agua seeks Automation & Control Engineers to join the South Regional Office in Ballincollig, Co. Cork. You will design PLC architectures, develop HMI/SCADA solutions and lead on-site commissioning across client plants.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in automation, a relevant degree, and strong problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills. A full-time role with a clear path to progression and CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in automation/control environment.
• Degree or equivalent in Automation Engineering or related field.
• Experience in PLC programming and SCADA design.
• Experience with on-site commissioning and FAT/SAT activities.
• Knowledge of Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Profibus, Modbus TCP/IP or similar.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test PLC architecture, networks and interfaces.
• Develop and test HMI platforms for automated systems.
• Create SCADA applications and modify existing systems.
• Lead wiring, commissioning, FAT/SAT and project sign-off with client.
• Plan tasks, manage timelines and collaborate with multi-discipline team.
• Provide technical guidance to project teams and suppliers.
• Ensure HSQE compliance and CPD for ongoing learning.

Skills

Automation Engineering

Control Systems

Instrumentation

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Documentation

On-site commissioning

FAT/SAT knowledge

MS Office

Education

Degree in Automation Engineering

Tools

Rockwell

Schneider

Mitsubishi

Omron

Job description

Glan Agua seeks Automation & Control Engineers to join the South Regional Office in Ballincollig, Co. Cork. You will design PLC architectures, develop HMI/SCADA solutions and lead on-site commissioning across client plants.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in automation, a relevant degree, and strong problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills. A full-time role with a clear path to progression and CPD opportunities.