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Johnson & Johnson

Automation Engineer

Posted Mar 9, 2026
Job ID: JJJP00025278
Location
Limerick
Hours/week
40 hrs/week
Timeline
1 year
Payrate range
Unknown

Automation Engineer


Location: Limerick

Working mode: On-site

Duration: 12 months

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Our Limerick site is seeking a motivated Automation Engineer to join our highly automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing environment. This role offers a unique dual challenge: providing high-level technical support to our operations while supporting continuous improvement projects that drive efficiency.

Role focus: develop, test and install control system software changes with supporting documentation for validated manufacturing systems. Provide support to operations for automation related issues on the production lines.

roles and responsibilities

  • Responsible for development, installation and support of the automation control systems within a highly automated validated manufacturing plant.

  • Provide ideas and solutions for the improvement and development of control systems

  • Participates on and may lead project teams and provide technical support.

  • Provide technical support to Operations where necessary for complex problems.

  • May have the responsibility for the project management of control systems and software - based projects.

  • Actively adopt and promote a strong cultural Credo based code of conduct prominent at Johnson & Johnson. Ensure effective closure on Quality System documents. Ensure that all activity is carried out in accordance with both internal and external Health and Safety and Environmental standards for both new and existing installations. 

  • Works with manager / team leader to develop and implement strategic engineering Goals & Objectives.

  • Support the implementation of all engineering and plant strategic initiatives


May be required to:

  • Monitor project plans and schedules to ensure deliverables on time and within budget. 

  • Identify and manage internal and external resources to support assigned projects.

  • Monitor and analyse opportunities for the development of new or improved tools for process improvement activities.

  • Provide technical expertise as a subject matter expert.

  • Provide moderately complex technical consultation and leadership to multidisciplinary teams.

  • Provide training and mentoring to less experienced staff.

  • Identify and lead cost and technical improvements under the departments’ continuous improvement program.


how to succeed

Essential:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent required experience.


Desirable: 

  • Demonstrate solid understanding of automation control systems.

  • Strong Analytical and problem solving skills.

  • Ability to work on own initiative.

  • Strong communication skills.

  • Attention to detail.

  • Graduate or 2 + years experience


benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run initially for 12 months.

you are welcome here

Johnson & Johnson Vision is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson Vision

Johnson & Johnson Vision brings together cutting-edge insights, science, technology and people. We partner with eye care professionals and help more people around the world preserve and restore sight. Our portfolio includes the best selling contact lens brand in the world, ACUVUE®, plus consumer eye health solutions, dry eye treatments, refractive (Lasik) and cataract products. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough, create a world connected by SIGHT™ with your next project at Johnson & Johnson Vision.

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email or LinkedIn chat.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.


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