Automation Engineer

Job description

3239734
Additional Cities

Cork
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Healthcare
Business Segment

Healthcare Global Supply Chain
Function

Manufacturing
Country/Territory

Ireland
Postal Code

T45 AV60
Role Summary/Purpose

This position will be part of the Automation / IT Team and be responsible for the Design, Maintenance and management of all Automation systems onsite. The Automation Engineer reports to the Automation / IT Manager. The candidate will have knowledge and proficiency in the use of statistical analysis tools, continuous improvement methodologies, problem solving and applied engineering relating to control systems.
Essential Responsibilities

GE Healthcare Ireland provides you with

·  Hands on Experience while Promoting your Personal and Professional growth

·  Induction Training

·  Mentoring

·  On going Job Training

The chosen candidate would typically be accountable for the following activities (but not exclusively);  

·  Process improvement work to ensure operational and engineering targets are achieved in relation to output, quality, cost, and yield. 
·  Project Management of small to medium sized site specific projects through conception, approval, planning, execution, and validation in all parts of the plant including Production and Packaging, Utilities, and Warehouse. 
·  Ownership of issues in the operation control system field. 
·  Set up of specifications and standard procedures to align with industry standards. 
·  Anticipating, solving or escalating problems as appropriate. 
·  All design reviews associated with equipment purchases. 
·  Troubleshooting of performance trends. 
·  Risk assessments and mitigation projects relating to system performance. 
·  The development and execution of FAT, SAT and IOQ protocols in Ireland and abroad.
·  Representing manufacturing on site based teams involved in implementing new technology, products or business processes to the site. 
·  Continuous improvement programs and all performance improvement projects. 
·  Reviewing and approval of changes to operating procedures and the change control process relating to the system. 
·  Designing, executing, implementing and directing engineering or process projects which significantly contribute to attaining high system performance. 
·  Working in a collaborative manner within the Process Teams structure and contributes to investigations, NC and CAPA closure.

·  Familiar with 21 CFR part 11 and how it applies to automation and IT systems.

·  Involvement in cross-functional teams to increase compliance and plant efficiencies

·  Participation in root cause investigations and their resolution

·  Audits readiness and participation

·  Process improvement work to ensure operational and engineering targets are achieved in relation to output, quality, cost, and yield.

·  Involvement in the project management of small to medium sized site-specific projects through conception, approval, planning, execution, and validation in all parts of the plant including Production and Packaging, Utilities, and Warehouse.

·  Ownership of issues in the operation control system field.

·  Anticipating, solving or escalating problems as appropriate.

·  Troubleshooting of performance trends.

·  Risk assessments and mitigation projects relating to system performance.

·  The development and execution of FAT, SAT and IOQ protocols in Ireland and abroad.

·  Representing manufacturing on site based teams involved in implementing new technology, products or business processes to the site.

·  Working in a collaborative manner within the Process Teams structure and contributes to investigations, NC and CAPA closure.
Qualifications/Requirements

·  Advanced Degree in Engineering or Life Sciences or equivalent knowledge or experience.
·  Significant experience in engineering in biotech/pharmaceutical industry supporting manufacturing (quality, process development, manufacturing, clinical manufacturing. 
·  Significant experience in executing engineering projects.  
·  Experience in cGMP maintenance, operations or engineering.
·  Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
·  Very strong control system and automation skills. 
·  Strong analytical problem solving skills.
·  Ability to understand and perform code changes on Siemens PLC and Rockwell PCS.  Preferred Qualifications: 

·  Typically significant engineering experience in a pharmaceutical environment.
·  Significant experience of code changes and software engineering related activities including GMP qualification experience.

·  Pursuing a relevant third level qualification in Bachelors of Engineering or Life Science.

·  Candidates must have a minimum of 2.1 Grade in their degree course or equivalent knowledge or experience.

·  Strong academic performance and extracurricular achievement.

·  Exceptional interpersonal skills and proven track record of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, initiative and integrity.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the UK Border Agency website
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working
Desired Characteristics

GE Healthcare Cork researches, manufactures and markets innovative imaging agents used during medical scanning procedures to highlight organs, tissue and functions inside the human body, to aid physicians in the early detection, diagnosis and management of disease. We are a fully accredited and licensed by the FDA as an approved pharmaceutical site.

As an employer, we know that to get the best, we have to give the best. That’s why GE Healthcare is committed to giving each graduate a first class experience within our organisation, with structured on-the-job training and a comprehensive range of technical and personal development courses.

We are currently seeking Automation Graduate who can start in August / September. You’ll work with competent and motivated professionals, be managed and supported by a team that values your skill and commitment, and be rewarded financially for your efforts.
As a GE Graduate you will assume full responsibility and contribute as a functional professional. You will learn from, work with and network with GE Healthcare Professionals from all segments across the company.
About Us

GE Healthcare Ireland Ltd. manufactures and distributes X-ray and MRI Contrast Media for internal and external customers worldwide. In 2017, our production volume was ca 32 mill units (vials) and supported turnover across the Supply chain of ~USD 550M. The plant has ~600 employees. As part of our ongoing journey to achieve our 2020 site vision of being a 50m unit (vials) capacity site we have created this new role to drive the necessary cultural and operational transformations and simplifications to make this happen.

In addition, the GE Healthcare Cork site is a valued pharmaceutical employer within the Cork region with competitive terms and conditions.

This is a challenging and exciting role and contributes significant value to the operation of the Cork facility. This position will be part of the automation, control, instrumentation and OT/ IT Team and be responsible for all the Design, Maintenance and management of all Automation systems onsite including cyber security.

This role will report into the Automation / IT Manager. The candidate will have knowledge of process control systems, SCADA / MES systems and proficiency in the use of statistical analysis tools, continuous improvement methodologies, problem solving and the engineering relating to control systems.

GE Healthcare provides transformational medical technologies and services to meet the demand for increased access, enhanced quality and more affordable healthcare around the world. GE works on things that matter - great people and technologies taking on tough challenges. From medical imaging, software & IT, patient monitoring and diagnostics to drug discovery, biopharmaceutical manufacturing technologies and performance improvement solutions, GE Healthcare helps medical professionals deliver great healthcare to their patients.
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Primary Country

Ireland
Primary State/Province

Munster
Primary City

Cork