Dublin  

About SimoTech

SimoTech provides manufacturing automation and IT systems engineering, project management and validation services. We partner with life sciences companies to design, build, operate and optimise critical process automation systems that deliver fast track project delivery, operational efficiency, improve manufacturing agility and achieve regulatory compliance.
 

Why SimoTech

What is it like to work at SimoTech? With a strong collaborative teamwork culture based on respect, trust and excellence, we play a critical partnering role to our clients’ life-changing supply of products to patients. In return, there is excellent salary, career progression, educational support and much more.
 

I&C Engineer 1570

SimoTech is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to support a large-scale biotechnology project based in Dublin. This role involves the design, implementation, and support of instrumentation and control systems hardware across both process and utility systems.
 
Working as part of a cross-functional project team, the I&C Engineer will contribute to the delivery of automation infrastructure, including DeltaV, Building Automation Systems (BAS), and PLC/SCADA/HMI platforms, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best engineering practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design engineer for Instrumentation and Control Systems hardware which includes field devices and instrumentation up to and including control panels and industrial HMIs.
• Support the design and specification of instrumentation and control systems hardware, including field devices, control panels, and industrial HMIs.
• Assist in the development and review of control system architecture drawings and network designs.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of project documentation such as loop drawings, system block diagrams, specifications, and FAT protocols.
• Ensure proper communication and integration between field instruments and automation system controllers.
• Participate in equipment Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), installation reviews, and MC Walkdowns.
• Support and coordinate instrument loop checks and field validation activities.
• Collaborate with automation, process, electrical, and project engineers to ensure successful project execution.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and internal standards, including cGMP, EHS, and engineering procedures.
• Assist the project team in managing timelines and addressing technical issues as they arise.
• Support system turnover and documentation efforts during commissioning and qualification phases.
• Manage vendor relationships and coordinate deliverables to ensure alignment with project timelines, technical requirements, and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Life Sciences.
• 5 + years of related work experience in a GMP Biotechnology or Pharmaceutical environment or equivalent.
• Expertise with instrumentation and control devices including PLC control.
• Expertise in calibration systems/programs (Procal).
• Experience of laboratory analytical equipment and utilities systems are an advantage.
• SME in instrumentation & control systems (such as, but not limited to Instrumentation, QBMS/NQBMS, DeltaV, SCADA, APC, DCS, PLCs, Calibration, Energy, etc.).
• Thorough knowledge of cGMP requirements particularly as it applies to Sterile Drug Product manufacturing.
• Experience of the design and installation of industrial networks such as Ethernet IP, ProfiNet, Profibus as well as classic I/O (4-20mA & 24VDC).
• Working Model - Hybrid through December 2025, transitioning to fully on-site from January 2026.

What SimoTech Can Offer

• Role provides a high degree of autonomy to allow the successful candidate to reach their full potential.
• Develop new skills and enhance technical ability by working with innovative technologies in a multi-disciplined environment.
• Opportunity to work with large corporate clients on exciting capital projects.

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