Senior PLC Engineer

Cognizant Life Sciences Manufacturing; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant seeks a PLC Engineer with GMP automation experience for a hybrid role in Cork, Ireland. You will manage development of DCS/PLC/SCADA systems and support on-site PLCs from Siemens and Allen-Bradley.

Join a collaborative team focused on delivering compliant, reliable automation solutions. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required, with 5+ years in GMP environments. The role includes on-call duties, monthly task reporting, and opportunities to lead small projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate field or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of Automation Experience in a GMP environment.
• PLC programming experience with Siemens S7 and Allen-Bradley.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop DCS, PLC and SCADA systems to GMP standards.
• Ensure design, development, maintenance and troubleshooting of automated systems.
• Provide project support including coding, design, testing and IOQ.
• Support on-site PLCs including Siemens and Allen-Bradley.
• Initiate, implement and qualify proactive site changes and small projects.
• Coordinate tasks to ensure timely delivery.
• Monthly reporting of tasks completed and on-call support.

Skills

Automation

Siemens S7

Allen-Bradley

GMP experience

PLC Programming

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Engineering)

Job description

Cognizant engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life.

About the Role

If you have PLC Programming or Automation experience and you're seeking a new role, we want to hear from you. Cognizant is recruiting a PLC Engineer, and the hybrid technology role comes with an attractive salary and benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide for the development of all DCS, PLCs and SCADA systems to industry standards, GAMP5.
• Ensure the design, development, maintenance and troubleshooting of automated systems on site is completed promptly.
• Provide project support, including coding, design, testing and IOQ support.
• Support on-site PLCs including Siemens and Allan Bradley PLC.
• Initiate, Implement, and Qualify Proactive site changes and small projects for the site.
• Coordinate tasks to ensure timely delivery.
• Monthly reporting of tasks completed, and support provided.
• Be part on the on-call support team.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience.

Required Skills

• 5+ years of Automation Experience in a GMP environment.
• Automation PLC experience required in Siemens S7, Allen Bradley PLCs.

Pay range and compensation package

As a vital member of our team and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach, and commitment, we'll provide a favorable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Cognizant, we engineer modern businesses to improve everyday life because we're dedicated to making a lasting impact.