Automation Engineer - Contract - Bray

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to join a high-performing project team in Bray for a 6 month initial contract (likely to extend). This is a hands-on, site-based contract role where you'll play a key role in maintaining and enhancing automation systems that support pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.

You'll be instrumental in ensuring system reliability, driving continuous improvement, and supporting both operational excellence and strategic automation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee automation systems to ensure maximum uptime and performance
• Manage user access, system backups, and disaster recovery processes
• Troubleshoot issues, implement corrective actions, and engage vendor technical support
• Identify and deliver small-scale improvement projects to enhance performance
• Contribute to capital planning, project execution, and technical documentation
• Ensure all work complies with site Quality Systems and global standards
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation and test scripts
• Support and implement global automation strategies and standardisation initiatives
• Maintain and optimise automation infrastructure and manufacturing systems
• Lead automation projects, ensuring delivery against cost, schedule, and technical goals
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices

Your Profile

• 5+ years' experience in GMP manufacturing
• Solid understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and regulatory requirements
• Experience with automation platforms such as Siemens PCS7, Tia Portal, WinCC, or process control systems from other brands such as Mitsubishi, Rockwell, Omron.
• Knowledge of standards including GAMP, ANSI/ISA, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, GxP/QA
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work across cross-functional teams and global stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills and ability to perform in a fast-paced environment

Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.

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Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales