Cognizant (LSMG) are currently executing a number of projects services for large Biotech and Pharma clients in Ireland. We are looking for dedicated innovative and driven talent to join our expanding teams. We require a Lead Automation Engineer to join a project service team in Ireland where you will be responsible for project delivery commissioning on-site support activities. **Responsibilities** + Overall responsibility for Technical Solution Service delivery. + Ensuring that all technical aspects of the project/service are addressed and that the project service is implemented in a technically sound manner. + Ensure all requirements are incorporated where possible and any deviations to those requirements are clearly communicated. + Measure and verify project scope Identify scope changes. Participate in impact assessments of scope change requests. Communicate outcomes of scope change requests to team + Schedule Review with the Project Manager to identify any potential schedule changes + Primary technical point of contact for the client. + Software Design and Development (including development and review of engineering design documents) + Work with the PM on the co-ordination of Software Activities and tracking requirements from design through configuration + Leadership Competencies Required + Excellent communication presentation and facilitation skills + Lead motivate and engage the team to continually deliver. + Suitability degree qualified automation engineer with over 5 years pharmaceutical manufacturing experience. + S88 Batch Delta V expert. + Expert understanding on all Project Lifecycle phases and tasks. + Demonstrable Project Management Skills (Scope Cost Schedule Management). + Ability to liaise directly with client on design issues. + Track record demonstrating an ability to lead a complete project. + Ability to work independently. + Proficient in spoken and written English. + Thorough understanding of system (installing rebuilding etc.). **Requirements:** + Process Automation project experience with the DeltaV platform + Understanding of Process Automation implementation in a Pharma/Biotech environment. + Familiarity with ISA 88 and GAMP + Clear understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies. + Bachelor's or Graduate's Degree in engineering, chemical engineering, electrical engineering or computer engineering, or equivalent experience. + Experience with SCADA, PLCs, HMI, APIs, SQL software and systems is not required but desirable. + 5+ years relevant DeltaV experience in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.