Automation Engineer

NeoDyne (Site Services) is hiring a highly experienced contract Automation / PLC Engineer for a key client site in Dublin. The role is technical owner of defined automation systems in a regulated manufacturing environment, supporting them through their lifecycle, from day-to-day operations to upgrades, optimisation and future technology integration. 12-month contract with hourly rates. (Listed by NeoDyne as "Automation Engineer".) Responsibilities: - Act as system owner or deputy for assigned PLC, HMI and SCADA systems. - Own reliability, availability and performance in live production. - Lead troubleshooting of complex automation issues, including root cause analysis and corrective actions. - Own system changes, upgrades and optimisation; control configuration, software versions and documentation. - Support formal change processes and investigations, and drive continuous improvement. - Coordinate with vendors and stakeholders and follow site EHS and regulatory requirements. Requirements: Rockwell (Allen-Bradley) and/or Siemens PLC platforms; HMI/SCADA for manufacturing; degree or equivalent in Automation, Electrical or Controls; regulated manufacturing experience (life sciences, medical devices, semiconductor or similar); demonstrated system ownership in production; strong troubleshooting across PLC, HMI and SCADA. Desirable: iFix, InTouch, FactoryTalk View, FactoryTalk Batch / Recipe Manager, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, ControlNet, ISA-88/ISA-95. On offer: competitive hourly rate, paid overtime depending on project demands, flexible hours where the project allows.