15111 – Automation Engineer III – Carlow Contractor

This is an 11- month contract.

Purpose:

The IT Workstream lead will drive the development and provision of all IT active equipment. Manage the provision and configuration of Shop Floor Hardware components such as HMI’s, OIT’s, Label Printers, Bar Code Scanners, and other hardware devices required in manufacturing or support areas. Working with peers in the manufacturing business to understand and capture their IT Requirements and assist in the provision of same. Liaise with the global COE (CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE) teams and lead the development, configuration / installation of the Audio Visual (AV) requirements for conference/meeting rooms, and common area AV requirements as defined by the Business units. Project Planning, and adherence to schedule in conjunction with the Scheduler and Workstream Leads Utilisation of Project management tools including Risk, Issue, Action and Decision management. Ensure the appropriate quality documents as needed for the Life-Science industry, such as Quality Assurance (QAPs) test plans, Quality assurance summary reports (QASR) are in place and aligned with the qualification strategy of the project. The candidate will be required to work closely with team members both global and local, having responsibility for the full IT scope, and liase with vendors and trade partners on delivery of systems. The candidate will review and ensure vendors compliance with quality and hardware standards.

Responsibilities:

• Assess the needs of the process, applications, environment, and users, to develop a shop floor hardware infrastructure for use in a sterile manufacturing facility and supporting areas.
• Coordinate with trade partners on design and installation of communication support rooms across the facility.
• Develop SDLC deliverables, compliant with Company standards, to ensure consistent implementation of hardware devices and AV components.
• Align with the Global IT standards: leverage existing hardware designs, documents & expertise where feasible.
• Provide guidance and support to AIT team members tasked with delivery of key systems.
• Provide input to the development of realistic project schedules and document trackers.
• Work closely with suppliers / integrators to ensure compliance with Company standards.
• Participate in, and support, relevant project meetings.
• Liaise with the various stakeholders on the overall project to ensure clear communication between all parties in relation to AIT validation requirements.

Minimum Qualifications/Experience:

• Fluent in English, written and verbal.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Expert knowledge of GAMP5.
• Understanding of manufacturing execution and control systems as well as warehouse and material management systems to deliver appropriate IT support tools.
• The successful candidate may sometimes be required to attend meetings at other Company sites, or off-site at vendor locations.
• Excellent computer skills, proficient in the use of the following Microsoft tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Viso, MS Project and Agile PM tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Relevant Computer Science or Engineering degree or equivalent