Senior MES Engineer (Emerson Syncade)
Location: Ireland (Hybrid, with client site presence)
Type: Permanent | Full-Time
About the Company
We are a newly established Ireland-based technical services team, backed by a US systems integrator with over 90 years’ experience in automation and digital solutions. Our mission is to deliver world-class MES and automation expertise to the life sciences sector, helping manufacturers achieve the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
The Role
We are seeking a Senior MES Engineer (Emerson Syncade) to deliver, support, and enhance MES solutions for leading life sciences manufacturers. This is a customer-facing role where you’ll work across full project lifecycles and play a key part in shaping our growing Irish team.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Syncade projects: installation, configuration, testing, validation, and go-live support
- Act as a trusted technical partner to life sciences clients
- Troubleshoot issues and optimise MES performance
- Support compliance with GAMP5, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, and data integrity standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance
- Mentor junior engineers as the team grows
What We’re Looking For
- 5–8+ years’ MES experience (Emerson Syncade strongly preferred)
- Hands-on expertise in key Syncade modules: EBR, Materials, Weigh & Dispense, Equipment Tracking
- Strong knowledge of SQL, VBScript, XML/XSL and system integrations
- Understanding of MES–DeltaV interfaces and other manufacturing systems
- Experience with system validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) and regulatory compliance
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills
- Degree in Engineering or Computer Science
Why Join
- Be part of building a new Ireland team from the ground up
- Work directly with leading life sciences manufacturers
- Progress towards senior technical or leadership roles
- Hybrid working model with client engagement
- Dynamic environment backed by the stability of a trusted US parent company
How to Apply
If you have strong Syncade MES experience and want to be part of shaping a new team in Ireland, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV.
