Senior Smart Factory Engineering Consultant

Nnit A/S; Limerick; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic workplace environment

Multicultural company

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

NNIT in Limerick is looking for a Senior Smart Factory Engineering Consultant to design, program, test and start-up automation and control systems for life sciences projects. You will collaborate with vendors and OEMs, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure compliant, on-time delivery of solutions in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong PLC/SCADA expertise (Allen Bradley, Siemens Step7, FT View, Ignition), GMP experience in pharma/biotech/medical devices, and a hands-on leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline plus minimum 5 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience designing, developing, and validating automation solutions in GMP environments.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Automation and control systems design, specification, programming, simulation, testing and start-up assistance.
• Lead project teams and coordinate with vendors and OEMs to deliver solutions on time and on budget.
• Author or update system specifications and FAT/SAT protocols; ensure compliance and traceability.

Skills

Allen Bradley PLCs

SCADA/Control Systems

Vision Systems

GMP Pharma/Medical Devices

Project leadership

Vendor management

Agile mindset

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics/Automation/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

FT View

Ignition

Siemens STEP7

Job description

Details

Type of contract: Permanent

Location(s): Limerick

Language(s): English

Mobility: Limited Travel

Application Deadline: 31/12/2026

The Role

• Senior Smart Factory Engineering Consultant
• Limerick
• Onsite role with limited remote working possible - Please only apply if you are currently based or happy to be be based within a reasonable commute of the Limerick site as the role will not offer significant remote working.
• Permanent or Contractor Opportunity

Role Brief

The successful candidate will be responsible for automation and control systems design, specification, programming, simulation, testing and start-up assistance.

You will act as a subject matter expert. You will be required to work closely with internal stakeholders, vendors and OEMs to deliver the optimum solution for the client in a vendor package capacity.

The candidate must possess and combination of strong project management skills, leadership skills and the technical expertise to maintain, develop, troubleshoot and validate a range of automation systems in a compliant manner.

Skills Brief

• The candidate must have experience with Rockwell / Allen Bradley automation systems
• Proven knowledge and experience with one or more of the following will be an advantage: SCADA, Control Systems, Vision Systems
• Experience in the validation of automated processes for medical devices or pharmaceuticals
• Expertise in the development, improvement, and implementation of assembly automation solutions, robotics, and complex machine controls
• Strong high volume manufacturing industry experience
• The candidate must have strong GMP environment experience in Pharma, Biotech or Medical Devices
• Lead or senior engineer experience with exposure to designing complex automation solutions, managing internal and external stakeholders, delivering projects and solutions on time and on budget, and driving team performance and allocating engineering resources to meet client requirements
• Authoring or updating system specifications, user and functional requirements specifications, generating and executing vital Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and (Site Acceptance Testing) SAT protocols

Person Brief

• Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics/Automation/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or a related technical discipline with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and teamwork skills that inspire others and have experience in leading cross-functional teams on complex technical challenges.
• Strong automation solution design experience in a GMP environment is essential.
• The ideal candidate should also have an agile mindset and the ability to adapt to and manage change.
• Vendor and internal stakeholder management experience is essential for the role.
• Knowledge of Agile Frameworks is preferred but not essential if strong experience is evident.

Proven experience in PLC logic and programming with one or more of the following PLC’s is required:

• Allen Bradley (Logix 5000)
• Siemens (Step7)

HMI or SCADA programming and configuration of the following software packages:

• FT View
• Ignition
• Siemens

Specific Skills

• Strong problem solving skills.
• Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Some knowledge of C/C++/C#, VB, SQL, Java, Delta V
• Knowledge of network services that include LAN, WAN, WLAN, MPLS, SSL, VPN, remote access services and network monitoring services.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Ability to take ownership of projects.
• Positive and proactive attitude.

Why should you join NNIT & what we offer to you?

• A dynamic workplace with good working conditions, social activities, team events and a positive work life balance
• The opportunity to work in a multicultural company with a friendly and dynamic work environment
• A competitive salary and benefits package
• An informal and friendly working culture between NNIT colleagues
• The opportunity to work with the most significant life sciences clients
• Diversity of projects, and possibility of shaping your own career path
• Personal development model which defines your long-term career goals

Fluency in oral and written English is a must.

What’s next?

If you recognize yourself in this role, we’ll be looking forward to hearing from you. Please apply with a full resume that describes your abilities with regard to taking this impactful role in NNIT’s Smart Factory team.

About NNIT

NNIT is a publicly listed company that specializes in IT solutions to life sciences internationally, and to the public and enterprise sectors in Denmark. We focus on high complexity industries and thrive in environments where regulatory demands and complexity are high. We advise on and build sustainable digital solutions that work for the patients, citizens, employees, end users or customers.

NNIT consists of group company NNIT A/S and subsidiaries SCALES, Excellis Health Solutions and SL Controls. Together, these companies employ more than 1,600 people in Europe, Asia, and USA.

We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively work to eliminate bias and ensure an inclusive workplace where everyone has the right to be seen and heard as they are. We invite interested candidates to apply, no matter their background.

In the interest of fostering a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we kindly request candidates to refrain from including their pictures in their applications.

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