Sr. Automation Engineer - Packaging

Amgen Inc. (IR); Dublin; On-site; EUR 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen Dun Laoghaire (ADL) seeks an Sr. Automation Engineer to own automation systems in a GMP setting, drive lifecycle maintenance, validation, Change Controls, Deviations, and CAPAs. You will support operations, investigations, and continuous improvement projects across multiple platforms.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, data integration, and digital twin initiatives, with travel as needed to support training and vendor visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in automation/related life science engineering.
• Minimum 5+ years in manufacturing/operations environment.
• Experience in automation design, installation, validation, lifecycle management, testing and programming.

Responsibilities

• Act as System Owner for automation systems in a GMP manufacturing setting, overseeing lifecycle maintenance and validation.
• Provide on-the-floor and remote technical support during production, shutdowns, and technology transfers.
• Lead or support incident investigations and root cause analyses for automation-related issues.
• Implement CAPAs, including software changes and updates to design docs and SOPs.
• Support new product introductions by performing engineering assessments and coordinating with vendors and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Automation engineering

Lifecycle management

Validation

Change Controls & CAPAs

Siemens & Rockwell PLC/HMI

Data analytics / Industry 4.0

Documentation & compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Automation Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Rockwell FTView

iFix

InTouch

Zenon

SCADA

Process Control Systems

Job description

Career Category Engineering Job Description About Amgen Dun Laoghaire (ADL): Amgen is a global biotechnology leader committed to discovering, developing, and delivering innovative human therapeutics. Our Dun Laoghaire site is a state-of-the-art aseptic drug product operations facility specializing in secondary manufacturing activities, including Formulation, Vial/Syringe Filling, Lyophilisation, Inspection and Packaging. We foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, striving to improve health outcomes and ensure the continuity of supply for our medicines to over 50 countries worldwide.

About the Role

The Sr. Automation Engineer is a member of the ADL Plant Automation Team responsible for supporting drug product manufacturing, maintaining automation systems in a GMP environment and implementing optimisation projects. The role is a System Owner for critical automation assets, leading troubleshooting, lifecycle management, and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple automation platforms.

Key Responsibilities

System Ownership & Reliability

Act as System Owner for automation systems in a GMP-regulated manufacturing setting, overseeing lifecycle maintenance and validation. Manage Change Controls, Deviations, and CAPAs associated with Automation Systems. Maintain robust system documentation, configuration control, and software versioning.

Support & Troubleshooting

Provide on-the-floor and remote technical support to operations and engineering during production, shutdowns, and technology transfers. Lead or support incident investigations and root cause analyses for automation-related issues.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

Implement CAPAs, including software changes and updates to design documentation and SOPs. Analyse current system designs and recommend improvements aligned with the latest technology and regulatory standards. Champion Industry 4.0 initiatives, including data integration, advanced analytics, and digital twin technologies.

Project & Technology Integration

Support new product or technology introductions by performing engineering assessments, implementing automation system changes, and supporting engineering runs. Work closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and vendors to achieve common goals and deliver projects efficiently.

Safety & Compliance

Promote a culture of safety and regulatory compliance across all activities. Always Ensure adherence to EHS and GMP policies.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Biotech Engineering, or related life science engineering with minimum 5+ years’ experience in operations/manufacturing environment. Background in automation design, installation, validation, lifecycle management, testing and programming. Experience in one the following automation specialties is an advantage: Biopharmaceutical Formulation or Vial/Syringe Filling Inspection or Packaging facilities Siemens and Rockwell PLC/HMI. iFix, InTouch, Zenon, Process Control Systems, and Rockwell FTView SCADAs. Fieldbus systems such as ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, ProfiNet, AS-I, BACnet etc. Knowledge of GAMP software development lifecycle, ANSI/ISA-S88 and S95 industry standards, 21 CFR Part 11 and Annex 11. Working knowledge of network architecture technologies including TCP/IP and Firewalls. Independent, self-motivated, organised, and able to multi-task in a manufacturing environment. Team player, prepared to work in and embrace a team-based culture that relies on collaboration for effective decision-making. Solid technical writing, and communication/presentation skills. Proficient in managing relationships with stakeholders; coordinating and collaborating with teams from different departments to achieve common goals.

Travel at various times may be required to support training and vendor visits.

Salary Range

76,859.55 EUR - 103,986.45 EUR

Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology. Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its biologics manufacturing expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people's lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world's leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential. For more information, visit www.amgen.com and follow us on www.twitter.com/amgen