Software Commissioning Engineer

PCE Automation; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PCE Automation Ltd. is seeking a Software Commissioning Engineer for a full-time hybrid position based in Dublin, with flexibility for remote work part of the week.

The role focuses on configuring, testing, and commissioning automation software, ensuring seamless integration with electrical/mechanical components and meeting project timelines. You will perform functional and electrical tests, diagnose system issues, and optimize software performance for reliability and safety, while supporting

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Electrical Engineering with practical experience in automation and control systems.
• Hands-on proficiency in Electrical Testing and testing of automated equipment and software-controlled systems.
• Experience as a Commissioning Engineer or similar role involving installation, setup, and validation of industrial systems.
• Troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving software, electrical, and integration issues.
• Relevant technical degree or equivalent experience in engineering, automation, or a related discipline.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and software documentation.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively on-site and remotely.
• Experience with PLCs, industrial networks, and HMI/SCADA is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with safety standards and commissioning procedures in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Configure, test, and commission automation software systems and ensure integration with electrical, mechanical, and control components on customer sites.
• Collaborate with project teams to support installation, acceptance testing, documentation, and user training.
• Perform functional and electrical testing; diagnose and troubleshoot system issues; optimize software performance for reliability and safety.
• Occasional travel to customer facilities may be required for on-site commissioning and support.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Automation & control systems

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

PLC experience

On-site and remote work

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

PLCs

Industrial networks

HMI/SCADA

Job description

Company Description

PCE Automation Ltd, founded in 1961, is a specialist provider of automation solutions for product handling, assembly, and testing systems. The company has built a worldwide reputation for innovation, quality, and reliable performance. Operating from a modern industrial production facility, PCE Automation designs, manufactures, and integrates automation equipment into new and existing production lines. Its turnkey solutions are focused on delivering high efficiency, strong reliability, and rapid return on investment for customers seeking improved productivity and profitability.

Role Description

The Software Commissioning Engineer is a full-time hybrid role based in Dublin, with flexibility to work from home for part of the week. In this position, the engineer will configure, test, and commission automation software systems, ensuring seamless integration with electrical, mechanical, and control components on customer sites. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing functional and electrical testing, diagnosing and troubleshooting system issues, and optimizing software performance for reliability and safety. The engineer will collaborate with project teams to support installation, acceptance testing, documentation, and user training, while adhering to quality standards and project timelines. Occasional travel to customer facilities may be required for on-site commissioning and support.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Electrical Engineering with practical experience in automation and control systems.
• Hands-on proficiency in Electrical Testing and Testing of automated equipment and software-controlled systems.
• Experience working as a Commissioning Engineer or in a similar role involving installation, setup, and validation of industrial systems.
• Demonstrated Troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving software, electrical, and integration issues.
• Relevant technical degree or equivalent experience in engineering, automation, or a related discipline.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, technical drawings, and software documentation.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively on-site and remotely.
• Experience with PLCs, industrial networks, and HMI/SCADA systems is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with safety standards and commissioning procedures in industrial environments.