Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Job Description:

IPS is hiring! We are looking for a talented Instrumentation and Controls Engineer (I & C) to join our industry-leading Engineering team in Dublin, Ireland.

The I & C Engineer provides the IPS project team with technical leadership and I & C expertise for the design, engineering and construction of Pharmaceutical and Biotech related projects.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Develop the preliminary and final stage Instrumentation & Control design deliverables including P&IDs (AutoCAD, Smart P&IDs), Instrument List, Instrument Specifications and Instrument Data Sheets.

Assist with design development for DCS, PLC and SCADA based process control systems for IPS clients and projects.

Support 3-D model development indicating location of all instruments.

Evaluate and select instrument, control valve and analyzer solutions. Review vendor documentation for compliance to project specifications.

Support field activities, including on-site surveys and equipment walkdowns as required.

Actively collaborate with the process design and project teams to support execution of successful project studies.

Develop the design of process control and automation systems in compliance with cGMP, GAMP, related industry standards and customer requirements.

Collaborate with client counterpart to develop control systems concepts, architectures and control platforms as applied to the client project.

Identify, qualify and collaborate with third party system integrators as necessary to support project and company business objectives.

Prepare or review construction budgets based on experience and scope of project.

Promote the use of and participate in the development of company design and production standards.

Support business development for process automation design and implementation. Assist in proposals, estimates, presentations and other sales and marketing documents.

Work with end users and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s) to coordinate application of automation products.

Perform automation related job functions as assigned, including, I/O lists, Instrumentation lists and the specification of instrumentation and control element.

Support risk assessments, including SIL, LOPA and HAZOP.

Travel to other IPS office locations and client sites to support projects and business objectives.

Support IQ/OQ development and participate in systems analysis, validation and verification.

Special projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Minimum of 8 years of diversified engineering experience with in-depth knowledge of industry requirements and applications within the Process Automation market.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent degree from an accredited university.

Minimum of 2 years of experience with industrial process control system including DCS, PLC and SCADA based systems.

Minimum of 2 years of experience with Pharmaceutical process instrumentation.

Registered Professional Engineer preferred.

Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs and computer aided drafting.

Experience with the development of control system network architectures.

Experienced with ISA standards and the interpretation of P&ID drawings.

Experience with the development of cGMP and GAMP automation lifecycle documents.

Excellent interpersonal skills and presence to deal effectively with senior-level contacts.

Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills.

At this time, IPS are not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future would require sponsorship for employment visa status.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

About Us:

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. Its newest acquisition, Linesight, specializes in cost, schedule, risk, program, and project management services in various market sectors, including data centers, life sciences, and high-tech industries. With the addition of Linesight, IPS has over 3,000 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.

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