PE Global is recruiting for a Manufacturing Engineer on behalf of our medical device client in Athlone. This is an initial 12-month contract, onsite role.Key ResponsibilitiesRun the Business Manufacturing Yield, Process performance improvements, Process Validation.Designs manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, machining and material handling.Designs arrangement of machines within plant facilities to ensure most efficient and productive layout.Designs sequence of operations and specifies procedures for the fabrication of tools and equipment and other functions that affect product performance.Adapts machine or equipment design to factory and production conditions.May incorporate inspection and test requirements into the production plan.Inspects performance of machinery, equipment, and tools to verify their efficiency, and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality.Develops manufacturing processes that are applicable to statistical process control, and may develop those techniques. Provides guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.Specialist Career Stream AttributesIndividual contributor in a professional discipline or specialty.Manages assigned projects from design to implementation.Collaborates with cross-functional teams to meet project goals.May mentor junior professionals or provide guidance to support staff.Required Knowledge and ExperienceUniversity degree (Level 8 or higher) in Mechanical, Polymer, Biomedical, or related Engineering/Science discipline.Minimum 5 years of experience in a highly regulated environment (e.g., MedTech, Pharma, or Plastics processing).Strong hands-on knowledge of Extrusion, Blow Molding, Injection Molding, Adhesive and thermal bonding, RF welding, tip melting processes.Familiarity with materials used in medical devices:NylonsPVCPolyethylenePolypropylenePebaxPTFEPolycarbonateExperience with:Statistical and analytical tools (SPC, SQC, DOE)DFA (Design for Automation), Lean Sigma, MinitabManufacturing documentation (MP, IP, BOM, CDP, IQ, OQ, PQ)CAD software: SolidWorks, AutoCADProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)Manufacturing AutomationPolymer ProcessingIncreasing OEE metricsKey Competencies and TraitsEffective verbal and written communication skillsProactive, energetic, and self-motivatedCreative problem-solver with strong analytical thinkingStrong organizational skills; able to manage projects to schedule and budgetTeam player with experience working cross-functionallyResults-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement and achieving plant KPIsEqual Employment Opportunity: Our client is an equal opportunities employer.
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