Robotics Engineer: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing (Contract- Long-term)

Location: Cork, Ireland (on-site)

A leading global life sciences organisation is seeking a Robotics Engineer to support the design and implementation of advanced automation solutions across a high-value pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.

The successful candidate will take a lead role in delivering robotics integration projects involving Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), loading and unloading systems, and vial tracking technologies. This position will work closely with global automation and CAPEX teams to enhance operational efficiency, support GMP compliance, and ensure seamless integration with higher-level systems such as MES/eBR, fleet management, and OT domains.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and validate robotics and AMR systems within a GMP-regulated fill-finish environment
• Integrate robotics into electronic batch record (eBR), fleet management, and historian systems
• Lead vendor evaluations, manage external partners, and oversee project execution
• Develop technical documentation, design specifications, and validation plans (URS, FAT, IQ/OQ, etc.)
• Collaborate with IT, OT, and CQV teams to ensure system compliance, cybersecurity, and technical readiness
• Support user training, SOP development, and project handover activities

Required Experience:

• Degree in Engineering, Automation, or Computer Science (or equivalent)
• 5–10 years’ experience delivering robotics or AMR projects in a GMP or highly regulated manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of GMP and validation principles
• Proven background in automation integration and vendor management
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to be on-site in Cork full-time during implementation (3 days/week during design phase)

This is a contract opportunity with an immediate start, offering involvement in one of the most advanced robotics integration projects in the pharmaceutical sector.