Abbott
Healthcare
SeniorEquipmentEngineer
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“Senior Equipment Engineer at Abbott. Skills: Automation systems, Medical device industry. Design automation systems. Develop automation processes”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving skills; Troubleshoot technical issues; Resolve technical issues
Pre-employment medical examination, Drug and alcohol screening
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field, 5-7 years of experience in automation engineering, Proven track record of successful automation projects in medical device industry, Knowledge of automation systems, PLC programming, HMI development, and SCADA systems, Proficiency in CAD software and other relevant engineering tools, Excellent problem-solving skills, Attention to detail, Communication and interpersonal skills, Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Nice to Have
Project management certification (e.g., PMP)
What You'll Do.
Design automation systems
Develop automation processes
Collaborate with project managers
Collaborate with engineers
Collaborate with stakeholders
Define project requirements
Define project objectives
Conduct feasibility studies
Conduct risk assessments
Oversee commissioning
Troubleshoot technical issues
Resolve technical issues
Ensure compliance with industry standards
Ensure compliance with safety regulations
Ensure compliance with company policies
Provide training to end-users
Prepare technical documentation
Stay updated with automation technology advancements
Stay updated with industry trends
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Project managers; Engineers; Stakeholders
Communication Scope
Interpersonal skills
Process & Methodology
Project plans, Timelines, Budgets, Resource allocation, PMP
Full Job Description
## **JOB DESCRIPTION:** **Abbott in Ireland** Abbott has maintained a strong presence in Ireland since 1946 and celebrates its 80th anniversary in the country in 2026. The company supports the Irish healthcare sector with a broad portfolio spanning diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. Today, Abbott employs more than 6,200 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo. **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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. **Vascular Division Clonmel** Abbott Vascular is one of the world's leading vascular care businesses. Abbott Vascular Clonmel is uniquely focused on advancing the treatment of vascular disease and improving patient care by combining the latest medical device innovations with world-class pharmaceuticals, investing in research and development and advancing medicine through training and education. Our broad line of vascular devices Manufactured in Clonmel includes vessel closure, endovascular and coronary technologies–These devices are designed to treat heart attack, stroke, critical limb ischemia and other serious vascular conditions. Abbott Vascular Clonmel is the largest Abbott Manufacturing facility in Ireland focusing on both manufacturing and research and development of next generation vascular products. _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._ **Key responsibilities:** * Design and develop automation systems and processes to improve efficiency a
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