Francis Loughrey

Francis Loughrey is an experienced Senior Process Automation Engineer with a robust background in automation and process control across various industries. Currently employed at AstraZeneca since July 2025, Francis has previously held similar roles at PM Group, MSD, and Cargill. Francis began professional engineering career at Emerson Automation Solutions as a Process Automation Systems Engineer after earning a Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from the University of Leeds in 2018. Additional experience includes positions as an Automation Engineer at Bristol Myers Squibb and Alexion Pharmaceuticals, showcasing a solid foundation in the field of process automation.