Automation Apprentice - Shanbally, Ringaskiddy, Cork

Closing Date - 15th April 2025

This 3-year program which will commence in Autumn 2025 combines workplace learning onsite with BioMarin in Shanbally, Ringaskiddy, with academic studies at Munster Technological University (MTU), leading to a Level 7 Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Engineering.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the BioMarin Automation team and work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and supportive environment where learning, growth and development is endless. Throughout your apprenticeship a senior member of the Automation and MES team will be your mentor, providing guidance and development opportunities throughout your journey with BioMarin.

This apprenticeship was designed with close alignment to the current needs of the Irish manufacturing industry therefore providing invaluable experience to the apprentice and increasing BioMarin’s pipeline of STEM2D (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths, Manufacturing and Design) talent.

On successful completion, the Automation Apprentice will be awarded with a Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Engineering (Apprenticeship), Level 7.

Who can apply?

Applicants that have achieved at least Grade 06 in 5 Leaving Certificate subjects, including Mathematics, English and preferably one Technical / Science subject with a minimum of 250 CAO points is required.

Applications also open to those completing their Leaving Certificate in June 2025. 

Key Responsibilities

The Automation Apprentice will report to a Senior Member of  Automation & MES, during your 3--year apprenticeship , and will  participate in facility commissioning, start-up, and to support Automation Operations associated with Production Processes, Facilities and Utilities systems.

 BioMarin’s Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These individuals build and maintain BioMarin’s cutting-edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients.

• Learn to provide technical support of existing control systems utilised in Manufacturing and Facilities operations.
• Learn to lead/ execute the design, engineering and commissioning of new control systems.
• Learn to provide Technical support to the Engineering Department on the specification of control systems for new Equipment.
• Learn to support Daily Operations for Automated Systems and ensure cGMP requirements are met.
• Learn to prepare SOPs, Functional Specifications, Detailed Design Specifications and other documents required for a cGMP Automated environment.
• Participate in quality investigations and perform Automation execution of Change Controls
• Develop and review training materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

What awaits you at BioMarin?

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading-edge Biopharmaceutical company who, through focusing on genetic diseases, gives its employees the opportunity to truly impact and transform patient’s lives.

Over two decades ago when we first opened our doors, we focused on giving much-needed attention to the underserved communities of those with rare diseases. These rare disease communities mostly affected children and were often ignored. At the time, BioMarin developed the only treatments for these life-altering conditions, giving hope to patients and families.

• Competitive salary with annual increases (Earn while you learn!)
• Annual bonus 
• Onsite gym 
• Free car parking 
• Subsidised canteen 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.