JO-2601-561933
Job Title: Manufacturing / Process Engineer
Location: Tinahely, Co. Wicklow
Industry: Medical Device Manufacturing
About the Company
With over 40 years’ experience providing advanced bespoke injection moulding solutions to the global pharma and medical sector, our client is a trusted partner for innovation and speed-to-market in healthcare.
With manufacturing operations in Ireland and USA, the business collaborates closely with customers to deliver customised, high-quality solutions to the pharma and bio pharma industry.
Recently acquired by a multinational leader in medical device manufacturing, the site is entering a new phase of growth and development.
As part of this strategy, they are now seeking a Manufacturing / Process Engineer to join the team.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for early-career engineer who wants to gain broad experience in medical device and pharma packaging manufacturing.
Unlike larger multinational sites where engineers can often be confined to narrow functions, this position offers the chance to work across multiple areas of the business, driving process improvements and supporting production scale-up.
You’ll have the opportunity to:
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership at the site.
• Work alongside experienced teams across international locations.
• Gain exposure to advanced processes, continuous improvement initiatives, and technical problem-solving.
• Develop both personally and professionally with strong mentorship and hands-on involvement.
Key Responsibilities
• Support day-to-day production engineering activities at the Wicklow site.
• Work with cross-functional teams to introduce, optimise, and validate manufacturing processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in quality, efficiency, and cost.
• Provide technical support for troubleshooting process and equipment issues.
• Assist in the implementation of new technologies and scale-up of new product lines.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards (ISO 13485, GMP, etc.).
Requirements
• Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Biomedical, or related Engineering discipline.
• 3 years’ experience in manufacturing, ideally within the medical device or regulated industry (placement / internship experience considered).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Enthusiastic and adaptable, with a willingness to learn and take on a broad scope of responsibilities.
What’s on Offer
• Opportunity to work in a high-growth site with global backing.
• Broad exposure to multiple functions, processes, and leadership.
• Hands-on learning and development in a collaborative, supportive environment.
• Clear potential for progression as the site expands.
If you are interested in this opportunity as the next step in your engineering career, please send your CV to [email protected].
Please note that this job is on-site in the plant in Tinahely Monday to Friday, it does offer flexitime start but it does Not offer hybrid working.
I’ll review your CV and reply back within 24 hours.
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