2027 Graduate Automation Engineer
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Develop, install and support of the automation control systems within a highly automated validated manufacturing plant. Analyse, understand, fault-find and modify automation software.
Develop, test and install control system software changes with supporting documentation for validated manufacturing systems.
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.
As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.
The Graduate Programme is a collaborative programme across the Johnson & Johnson Campus Ireland Sites. It is aimed at high potential individuals who, when given the right tools, are empowered to proactively take responsibility, effect change and make a positive contribution to their teams and the business.
- Develop relevant technical skills within their area of expertise.
- Cross functional exposure both on site and within Campus Ireland.
- Regular one to ones and feedback to support your on-going development.
- Personal development and effectiveness training.
- Skills development in influencing & communication.
- Project and Project Management experience.
- Introduction to new and innovative technologies.
- Exposure to Senior Management Team.
- Continuous professional development program with a recognised qualification.
Develop, test and install control system software changes with supporting documentation for validated manufacturing systems. Provide support to operations for automation related issues on the production lines. This position will provide engineering experience and may also include liaison with outside suppliers and other Johnson & Johnson sites.
- Develop, install and support of the automation control systems within a highly automated validated manufacturing plant.
- Analyse, understand, fault-find and modify automation software.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of code to Medical Device standards.
- Provide ideas and solutions for the improvement and development of control systems
- Participate among cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and to required quality standards.
- Provide technical support to Operations where necessary.
- Ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with both internal and external Health
- and Safety and Environmental standards for both new and existing installations.
- Prioritize multiple tasks while working to tight schedules.
- You are currently pursuing a minimum bachelor’s level degree in either Automation, Control, Electrical & Electronic, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Software, Instrumentation, Robotics Engineering or equivalent degree and are due to graduate in 2027.
- Experience in or familiar with a Regulated GMP environment.
- Good understanding of automation systems.
- Capable of working within a team to achieve results.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Strong communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
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What We Offer
~1 min readIn addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.
*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.
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- Pay per year
- €35,400–€56,695 a year
- Who can apply
- Ireland
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- Posted
- November 4, 2026
- First seen
- November 4, 2026
- Last seen
- November 4, 2026
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