Senior Automation Engineer

**I am hiring for a Senior Automation Engineer to join an established international automation business in Dublin.** If you enjoy taking projects from initial design through to commissioning—and want to broaden your experience across technologies and industries in a leadership role—this is well worth discussing. 💶 **€65,000–€85,000 base salary** ✈️ **Per diem on on\-site pay typically €10,000–€12,000 per year** , depending on travel 📍 **Dublin \| Travel across the EU (EU passport required)** 📝 **Full\-time, permanent** **Why consider this opportunity?** You’ll join a growing Irish team backed by an experienced global engineering business, delivering projects across sectors including life sciences, data centres and advanced manufacturing. There’s real variety here: different clients, different technical challenges and the freedom to work with technologies that suit each project. It’s an opportunity to build your expertise, take ownership of delivery and see your work come to life on site. The business places a strong emphasis on collaboration, continued learning and long\-term client relationships. **The role** You’ll help lead automation projects through design, software development, testing and commissioning, working closely with customers and fellow engineers. Your work will span PLC, DCS and SCADA systems, with opportunities to get involved in MES and historian platforms. **I’d like to speak with engineers who bring:** • 5\+ years’ experience in industrial automation • Hands\-on PLC/DCS programming and SCADA experience • Strong problem\-solving and customer communication skills • A relevant degree or equivalent qualification • A willingness to travel and deliver projects across the EU You’ll need a full Irish driving licence and eligibility to work and travel in Ireland and Europe without sponsorship. This role is based between the Dublin office and customer sites. Alongside the salary and per diem, the package includes **healthcare, pension, 25 days’ paid holiday and extended on\-site pay** , with business travel and living expenses paid or reimbursed. **Interested? Send me a direct message for a confidential conversation and further details.**