Process Engineer

Role overview

Douglas Control and Automation is seeking a Process Engineer to support manufacturing activity in County Kerry. This position focuses on applying technical expertise to improve processes, keep production running safely and efficiently, and ensure all operations align with regulatory and internal standards. You will work closely with teams across the business to strengthen manufacturing performance, tackle technical challenges, and help deliver operational and project goals.

What you will do

• Support operations teams with engineering and technical input so manufacturing stays efficient and production and project targets are met on time.
• Manage Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and related automation or control platforms in production areas, making sure they follow site procedures and continue to perform reliably.
• Oversee GMP-compliant computerized systems so electronic data that is created, updated, or stored remains accurate, traceable, and protected.
• Investigate equipment and process problems using structured troubleshooting methods, then put in place immediate fixes as well as longer-term corrective measures.
• Drive closure of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) linked to deviations and incidents, making sure actions are completed within agreed timelines.
• Contribute to operational excellence efforts, including process improvement, cost savings, waste reduction, recycling enhancement, and energy-efficiency initiatives.
• Take part in or lead continuous improvement work using Lean Six Sigma tools, including running improvement meetings, tracking progress, measuring results, and sharing performance updates.
• Support technology transfer activities when new manufacturing processes or technologies are being introduced.
• Complete all required Learning Management System (LMS) training within the deadlines set.
• Work in line with current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), ISO 14001, EMAS, environmental rules, health and safety laws, and company policies, standards, and procedures, while helping with cross-functional compliance efforts.

Required background

• A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent mix of education and practical experience.
• Proven success in delivering engineering projects, preferably in a similar manufacturing or pharmaceutical setting.
• Solid technical understanding of purification and filtration processes, process instrumentation, automation and control systems, equipment qualification, and process validation.
• Ability to independently deliver engineering projects from design and commissioning through implementation and ongoing maintenance in cGMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
• Clear evidence of contributing technically to engineering projects and achieving strong project results.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving ability, with Lean Six Sigma experience and preferably Yellow Belt certification or above.

Preferred experience

• Prior work in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Exposure to cGMP startup or greenfield manufacturing environments.
• Working knowledge of industrial automation systems such as Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) would be an advantage.

Additional information

This is a full-time, on-site position based in County Kerry, Ireland. No salary, benefits, number of openings, start date, or application deadline were specified in the source.

The role requires ongoing compliance with relevant manufacturing, environmental, health, and safety standards, along with participation in internal training and cross-functional improvement work.