Systems Engineer

Description Systems Engineer About Astellas At Astellas we are making treatments that matter to people. We are tackling the toughest health challenges putting the patient at the heart of every move we make. Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn’t a buzzword - it’s a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division. We have developed ground-breaking, innovative medicines in immunology, oncology and urology. Our medicines are extending and saving the lives of cancer patients, making transplantation possible and improving the quality of life for those living with conditions where needs are often overlooked. We take a patient-focused approach, that allows us to convert brilliant early science into treatments and solutions that directly improve and save patients’ lives. From lab to clinic to patient, we focus on the most promising science, empower the best talent to pursue it, and develop life-changing solutions alongside the best partners. The Opportunity The role of the Systems Engineer will work within a systems team helping to design and implement the automation systems for the site and will oversee the day-to-day operations of autonomous systems, responsible for plant readiness, operation, maintenance, and optimization. Responsibilities

• Design and integrate Process Control Systems (DCS, PLC/SCADA) and vendor-packaged equipment to meet business and process requirements, ensuring integration with upstream/downstream systems (e.g., Filling Line, Utilities, MES).
• Coordinate design teams and automation vendors to implement site automation systems successfully.
• Create, review, and approve automation/OT project deliverables such as schedules, user requirements, design documents, and IQ/OQ/FAT protocols for various systems.
• Support qualification and validation activities for automation systems.
• Develop and maintain site procedures for system administration and maintenance.
• Configure network parameters, test system communication, document server/network requirements, and troubleshoot/optimize plant automation systems.

Essential Knowledge & Experience

• Proficient in CQV, full SDLC, and troubleshooting PLC/DCS controllers, I/O faults, and system integration (L2-L3).
• Experienced in designing and implementing DCS, PLC/SCADA platforms, and OT networks (design, configuration, testing).
• Strong knowledge of ISA-95, ISA-88 standards, and OT system integration best practices.

Education

• Third level qualification in Information Systems, engineering, or other relevant Technical/Engineering discipline.

Additional Information

• 20% travel (domestic and International)
• This is a permanent full-time position
• Position is based in Tralee – Ireland
• This position requires you to be 100% on site / in the office

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