Job Description
Automation Engineer
This position is a fixed-term role until 30 April 2027.
At Takeda Grange Castle, our Automation Engineers play a vital role in operating and improving complex manufacturing systems while also supporting and training personnel. Responsibilities vary depending on the assignment, but the Automation Engineer will primarily work with multiple automation systems (PLC/SCADA/DCS) and supporting infrastructure.
This position requires both independent initiative and effective teamwork. The Automation Engineer supports daily operations, contributes to manufacturing goals, and ensures all work meets quality, safety, and environmental standards.
Key Responsibilities :
Daily Operations & System Support
- Provide hands-on support for site activities related to PLC/SCADA/DCS systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve automation issues in collaboration with Manufacturing, Engineering, and EHS teams.
- Implement code modifications as needed.
- Provide accurate updates on task and project progress.
- Support testing, debugging, and documentation for control system installations.
- Assist in integrating control systems with data historians (e.g., PI) and MES.
- Manage system backups and user accounts.
- Contribute to Data Integrity and compliance programs.
Project & Technical Support
- Collaborate with project teams and departments to develop and troubleshoot automation solutions.
- Provide technical support for feasibility studies and field trials.
- Support all stages of qualification (e.g., writing and executing test scripts, working with validation teams).
- Participate in the rollout of new processes, including recipe development.
Documentation & Training
- Develop and maintain SOPs for site control systems.
- Create and deliver training for identified users to ensure proper system usage.
- Cross-train team members to build department-wide automation knowledge.
- Ensure proper documentation of activities, including SOP logs, EHS records, and logbooks.
Compliance & Quality
- Ensure all activities comply with Takeda's quality standards, cGMP, EHS policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare reports related to deviations, investigations, and system changes.
- Support internal audits and inspections where relevant.
General Expectations
- Participate in ongoing training and development.
- Uphold Takeda-ism values in daily work.
- Foster a strong safety culture in collaboration with colleagues.
- Respond to on-call or call-out situations as required.
- Complete all required SOP readings, training, and assessments.
- Perform other tasks as directed by the Director of Engineering or other designated leadership.
What You Bring to Takeda
- Degree in Automation, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
- 2-5 years of experience with automation/control systems.
- Familiarity with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), especially Yokogawa Centum VP, is a plus.
- Knowledge of Simatic S7 and TIA Portal is desirable.
- Experience with Wonderware and PI Data Historian is advantageous.
- Ability to develop IT/automation documentation and SOPs.
- Strong project management and control system implementation skills.
What you can look forward to with us:
- Competitive Salary: Including performance-based bonuses.
- Retirement Plan: Employer contributions to your retirement plan.
- Comprehensive Insurance: Employer-funded private medical insurance with dependants' cover, life insurance, and flexible options like dental insurance, partner life insurance, and serious illness protection.
- Electric Charging Points: Available at parking locations.
- Employee Assistance Program: Support for personal and professional challenges.
- Wellbeing and Engagement: Dedicated teams to support your wellbeing.
- Family-Friendly Policies: Supportive policies for a balanced work-life.
- Generous Vacation: 26 vacation days plus additional days for service milestones and humanitarian volunteering leave.
- Development Opportunities: Coaching, mentoring, educational programs, and formal training.
- Subsidized Canteen: Enjoy meals at a reduced cost.
- Flexible Benefits: Options like fuel card, bike to work, commuter ticket, and insurance deals.
More about us:
At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.
Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.
Empowering our people to shine:
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are interested in this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool!
Locations
Grange Castle, Ireland
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Time Type
Full time
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What We Do
For over 240 years, Takeda’s propensity to evolve has driven the next generation of innovation, and as a future-focused organization, we’re continuing to drive forward with endurance in our steadfast pursuit to achieve the best outcomes for our patients in a rapidly changing world.
We have been preparing for this period of value creation by investing in data, digital and technology, and we’re proud of our employees and their commitment to turning groundbreaking ideas into life-changing impacts.
Since our founding in Japan, integrity and putting patients first have been at the heart of our identity, and we will emerge ready for our future as one of the most trusted and science-driven digital biopharmaceutical companies. Join a team where your innovation impacts lives.
Together, we’ll realize improved outcomes by improving data quality, enhancing launch execution and improving the patient journey. You’ll play a critical role in accelerating data collection and increasing accuracy across all parts of the business. Patients across the globe will benefit from access to treatments afforded by greater opportunities and efficiency in our research and development.
Why Work With Us
We connect to our history and Japanese heritage through everything we do to bring our purpose, values, vision, and imperatives to life. We are committed to bringing better health and a brighter future to patients. Being a part of Takeda means having the opportunity to be a part of something bigger than yourself.
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