Senior Automation / OT Consultant

We are seeking an experienced Senior Automation / OT Consultant to join our expanding team, supporting leading Life Sciences clients across Ireland and Europe. This is a client-facing consultancy role where you will take ownership of technical solutions, lead delivery on complex automation projects, and act as a trusted advisor in the design and implementation of modern industrial systems. You will play a key role in shaping high-value solutions across a variety of digitalisation initiatives, while mentoring engineers and driving best practices across projects. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, and deployment of SCADA, Batch, OEE, and Historian systems Define and implement architectures , ideally leveraging the Ignition platform Act as a technical lead on client engagements, ensuring high-quality delivery and alignment with requirements Drive integration of automation systems across Level 2 / MES / enterprise systems Collaborate with clients to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions Contribute to commercial aspects of projects, estimation, RFI/RFP development Mentor and support junior engineers, promoting technical excellence and reusable standards Ensure compliance with GxP, validation (CSV), and data integrity requirements Technical Expertise: Strong controls background across PLC, HMI/ SCADA and middleware systems Proven experience developing and deploying OT solutions across a variety of platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Ignition, Aveva) Deep understanding of industrial protocols (OPC DA/UA) and system integration Experience with modern OT/IT technologies , including MQTT, Kafka, or similar (desirable) Strong database expertise (MS SQL Server / PostgreSQL) Experience integrating with MES systems and manufacturing processes Software Development Skills: Proficiency in Python scripting for industrial applications Experience with C#, .NET, or Java development environments Strong understanding of software design, code quality, and maintainability Industry Experience Proven experience within the Life Sciences / Pharma / Biotech sector Strong understanding of: GxP environments Validation processes (CSV / IQ / OQ / PQ) Regulatory and compliance requirements Leadership Consultancy Skills Demonstrated experience leading technical teams or project workstreams Strong communications management and client engagement skills to senior levels Ability to operate as a trusted advisor and influence technical decisions Experience in mentoring and promoting best practices Ways of Working Experience working in Waterfall or Agile environments (Azure DevOps an advantage) Comfortable in onsite, client-facing roles with strong communication and documentation skills Flexibility to travel as required. Location: Dublin/ Limerick/ Galway/ Sligo - onsite travel will be required to meet client requirements Why should you join NNIT what we offer to you? A dynamic workplace with excellent working conditions, social activities, team events and a positive work life balance The opportunity to work in a multicultural company with a friendly and dynamic work environment A competitive salary and benefits package An informal and friendly working culture between NNIT colleagues The opportunity to work with high profile global life science manufacturing clients Diversity of projects, and the possibility of shaping your own career path A personal development model which defines your long-term career goals What’s next? If you recognize yourself in this role, we’ll be looking forward to hearing from you. Please apply with a full resume that describes your abilities with regard to taking this impactful role in NNIT’s Smart Factory team. Apply now and make your mark!