Electrical Instrumentation Apprenticeship - Carlow

Job Description

The successful candidate will be enrolled on an Electrical Instrumentation Apprenticeship, which involves a 7 phase standards-based apprenticeship, facilitated through SOLAS, the Institutes of Technology and our company.

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation to carry out the following:

• Responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting electrical process devices and controls systems, electrical/instrumentation (E&I) maintenance technicians directly support of manufacturing operations.
• During the four year E&I apprenticeship, the E&I apprentice will be required to follow a specific course of training and undergo a series of assessments to confirm that they have reached the industry standard required for an E&I maintenance technician in a GDP and cGMP environment
• Support the qualified E&I maintenance technician in the provision of effective technical support to Production in all aspects of machine and equipment maintenance, including CIP, Autoclaves, Glassware Washers, production vessels, HVAC and Isolators.
• To include, but not limited to, the installation, modification, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of complex electrical process devices and controls systems.
• Support continuous improvement by actively participating in repairs, upgrades, preventative maintenance and system failure investigations and investigation reports.
• Participate effectively in receiving training in operational procedures, training materials, maintenance procedures and the apprentice program training requirements; ensure all work is carried out in line with same.
• Work collaboratively to drive a safe and compliant culture.

What skills you will need:

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

• Minimum of Grade B3 in PASS Maths and a minimum Grade D/O6 in four other subjects in the Leaving Certificate Exam or an approved equivalent.
• Achieves the required level of Aptitude Testing
• Understanding of some mechanical/electrical/Instrumentation / pneumatic principles
• Report writing skills required
• Computer literacy required

We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world's most challenging healthcare needs.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.

So, if you are ready to:

Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, please apply today.

Required Skills:

Accountability, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis Management, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Maintenance, Equipment Reliability Improvement, Equipment Troubleshooting, Field Failure Analysis, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Maintenance Scheduling, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Equipment Maintenance, Mechanical Maintenance, Pneumatics, Preventive Maintenance, Production Scheduling, Quality Standards, Technical Reporting

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Job Posting End Date:

04/25/2026

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