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    Automation Engineering

    C&Q Lead Engineer Utilities

    Limerick, IrelandOn-SiteFull-timePosted 2mo ago
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    Job description

    CAI Overview
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    CAI is a professional services company established in 1996 that has grown year over year to nearly 800 people worldwide. For Life Sciences and Mission Critical industries that need to deliver critical solutions in high-stakes environments, we provide accelerated operational readiness and unparalleled performance at the highest standard through our rigorous approach, field-tested processes, and elite expertise developed over 30 years.

    Job Title: C&Q Lead 

    Location: Limerick

    Contract Type: Staff or Contract

    The C&Q Lead will be accountable for directing the commissioning, qualification, and start-up (shakedown) of utility systems within a regulated biopharmaceutical project. The successful candidate will drive system readiness, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and lead the transition from construction completion through to operational handover.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead and oversee all C&Q activities in active collaboration with the incumbent on-site C&Q Lead.
    • Serve as the primary escalation point for troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues.
    • Conduct system walkdowns and readiness reviews; verify systems are ready for Commissioning commencement.
    • Ensure all activities comply with GEP (pre-GMP) and GMP (qualification) standards throughout.
    • Manage the C&Q resources for applicable systems.
    • Co-ordinate with Emerson Automation, Vendors, Utilities team, and Regeneron quality/validation.
    • Support system handover to operations; ensure all issues resolved and systems meet operational requirements.
    • Provide guidance and mentorship to other C&Q engineers within the team.

    Requirements:

    • 10+ years C&Q in a regulated biopharma or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
    • Demonstrated track record leading C&Q programmes for multi-system large-scale bioprocess facilities.
    • Experience managing integrated schedule co-ordination across multiple workstreams and vendors.

    Technical Skills

    • Strong knowledge of Cleans and Grey utilities/Facilities WFI, Chilled Water Systems, etc.
    • Proficiency in P&IDs, engineering drawings, functional design specifications, and technical documentation.
    • Experience with process control and automation platforms, particularly distributed control systems and PLC-based architectures.
    • Demonstrated understanding of electronic qualification systems (ValGenesis preferred).

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    CAgents

    CAgents is a company focused on automation engineering, particularly within regulated manufacturing environments like pharmaceutical and biotechnology. They specialize in supporting manufacturing automation systems and laboratory/QC equipment, with expertise in GMP change control processes.

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