Automation Technician
Location: Limerick | Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: €40,000 – €55,000 DOE
The Company
A growing engineering and manufacturing organisation with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality automation, machine build and integration solutions. Working with leading clients in the medical device and pharmaceutical sectors, the company combines technical expertise with a commitment to innovation, quality and continuous improvement. With ongoing investment in its people, technology and facilities, they offer a collaborative environment and excellent opportunities for career development.
The Role
This is a hands-on Automation Technician role supporting the build, testing, installation and commissioning of bespoke automated machinery.
Working alongside experienced Controls Engineers, you'll gain exposure to the full project lifecycle from workshop build through to customer site installation.
- Support machine build, startup and commissioning activities
- Address and configure PLCs, HMIs, drives and control systems
- Redline and update electrical drawings using SolidWorks
- Assist with fault finding and troubleshooting during testing and commissioning
- Support machine installations at customer sites
- Carry out maintenance and modification work on automation systems
- Work closely with senior Controls Engineers across multiple projects
- Ensure projects are delivered to quality, safety and performance standards
The Person
This role is open to both experienced technicians and graduates looking to build a career in industrial automation.
- Background in Automation, Electrical, Maintenance, Mechatronics or Manufacturing Engineering
- Experience with machine installation, machine build or industrial maintenance would be highly beneficial
- Exposure to PLCs, HMIs, drives and control systems in a manufacturing environment
- Comfortable reading and updating electrical drawings
- SolidWorks experience is highly desirable
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to travel to customer sites when required
- Graduates with relevant qualifications and practical experience are encouraged to apply
The Package
- €40,000 – €55,000 DOE
- Healthcare
- Pension
- Exposure to cutting-edge automation projects
- Training and mentorship from experienced Controls Engineers
- Clear progression into Controls Engineering and Automation roles
- Opportunity to work with leading pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers
- Long-term career growth within a growing business
A fantastic opportunity for an Automation Technician to develop their skills in machine build, controls and commissioning while working on advanced automation projects for some of Ireland's leading manufacturing companies.
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