Controls Engineer

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JOB DESCRIPTION:About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. Abbott in Ireland Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo. Please note any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical practitioner designated by the Company. Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny Abbott Diabetes Care has opened a new site, in Kilkenny, that is at the forefront of Diabetes care with the latest technology, to manufacture FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre systems. This is how you can make a difference at Abbott: As a Controls Engineer, you will apply your expertise in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes to support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of automated control systems. Working within a regulated environment, you will leverage your technical knowledge to ensure process reliability, compliance, and operational excellence. You will play a key role in developing and maintaining solutions that enhance manufacturing efficiency, productivity, and performance while supporting business and customer requirements. Key Responsibilities Apply technical expertise in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes to support operational and project objectives. Implement, monitor, and maintain process systems to ensure efficient, reliable, and compliant manufacturing operations. Develop, calculate, and organise data for complex process flow diagrams, including instrumentation and control requirements. Create and evaluate process and unit operation models to optimise performance and productivity. Define process sequences and prepare detailed equipment specifications, operating procedures, and work instructions. Conduct process testing, monitoring, and analysis throughout production, evaluating variables such as temperature, pressure, density, and viscosity. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve process and equipment issues, providing effective engineering solutions to minimise downtime. Ensure all processes, procedures, and documentation comply with applicable regulatory, quality, and safety standards. Support root cause investigations, deviation management, and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance operational performance. Education & Experience Associate Degree, Diploma, or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Process Engineering, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related technical discipline. Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, biologics, or regulated manufacturing environment. Experience supporting manufacturing processes, process improvements, or production operations is desirable. Knowledge of process control, instrumentation, troubleshooting, and compliance requirements within a regulated industry would be an advantage. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. What we Offer Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as Family health insurance, Excellent pension scheme Life assurance Career Development Fantastic new facility Growing business plus access to many more benefits. Connect with us at www.abbott.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube. Abbott is an equal opportunities employer. The base pay for this position is N/AIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY:Engineering DIVISION:ADC Diabetes Care LOCATION:Ireland > Kilkenny : Kilkenny Business and Technology Park ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT:Ie - Kkyflx (Ireland) TRAVEL:Yes, 10 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Yes SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Not Applicable