Job Description
Manufacturing Engineer
The position requires a manufacturing engineer to work in the company's European Distribution and Customer Service hub, in Athenry or designated location.
Responsibilities include:
Automation Support:
Support of automation machinery alongside process monitoring ensuring minimal downtime.
Equipment Qualification:
Perform equipment qualifications and validations, including report writing.
Problem-Solving:
Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and prevent recurrence.
Process Design & Optimization:
Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure product quality.
- New Product Introduction (NPI): Assist in the transition of new products from the development stage to full-scale manufacturing, ensuring manufacturability and scalability.
Equipment & Tooling:
Evaluate and implement new machinery, tooling, and automation systems to enhance production capabilities.
Lean Manufacturing:
Apply Lean principles, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies to streamline production processes, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
Quality Control:
Collaborate with the quality team to ensure that manufacturing processes meet quality standards and that products comply with industry regulations and customer specifications.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with production, quality to ensure alignment on manufacturing goals and objectives.
Health, safety & environmental:
Follow all health, safety & environmental rules and procedures and participate in safety and environmental activities in order to improve the workplace for all employees.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Reports to the Engineering Technical Lead.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor's degree (level 8) in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
Candidates without a level 8 degree may be considered if they possess extensive relevant experience in a similar engineering role.
Experience: 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or related roles in an industrial setting. Familiarity with ISO, FDA, or other regulatory standards depending on the industry.Technical Skills:
Teamwork:
Proven ability to work well both as part of a team but also able to work on own.
- Problem-solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
Project management:
Project management experience and ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
Communication:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
CAD software:
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for designing fixtures, tooling and optimizing manufacturing processes.
Certifications:
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification is a plus.
Other Requirements:
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with shifting priorities and deadlines.