## **JOB DESCRIPTION:****Validation Engineer****Location:** Abbott Diabetes Care, Kilkenny, Ireland**About Abbott**Abbott is a global healthcare leader, committed to helping people live more fully at all stages of life. With a portfolio spanning diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines, Abbott serves over 160 countries and employs 114,000+ people worldwide.**Abbott in Ireland** Operating since 1946, Abbott employs around 6,000 people across ten sites in Ireland, including Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford, and Sligo.**Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny** Our Kilkenny site is a state-of-the-art facility focused on manufacturing FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and sensors, supporting leading diabetes management systems such as FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite, and FreeStyle Libre.**Main Purpose of the Role**As a Validation Engineer, you will act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the Operations department, supporting site-wide validation activities with a primary focus on Process and Equipment Qualifications. You will ensure the delivery of safe, effective products that meet customer needs while maintaining regulatory compliance.**Key Responsibilities*** Develop, execute, and review validation protocols and reports for process and software validation activities.* Identify and implement improvements in manufacturing processes and software systems.* Support investigations into non-conformances related to manufacturing processes and software.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Validation, PMO, Operations, Global Engineering, and Quality.* Apply structured problem-solving techniques (e.g., 6M, Ishikawa, DMAIC) to identify root causes of component-related issues.* Conduct empirical testing, data analysis, and report findings to support continuous improvement.* Support R&D trials and feedback loops for material changes.* Monitor and drive performance improvements of materials/components.* Evaluate proposed changes and alternative designs for components.* Assist in resolving Quality Incidents and CAPAs.* Apply LEAN methodologies to drive operational excellence.* Maintain visual dashboards and contribute to site KPI reporting.* Provide technical support to engineering teams.* Ensure compliance with cGMP, industry regulations, and Abbott’s Quality Policy and Procedures.**Qualifications & Experience*** **Education:** NFQ Level 7 qualification (minimum) in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline.* **Experience:** Minimum 2 years of related work experience (Validation Engineer role); 5+ years for materials/component engineering responsibilities.* **Preferred Background:** + Experience in a GxP-compliant manufacturing environment. + Hands-on experience with high-volume automation lines. + Familiarity with electrical, moulded, and mechanical components. + Proficiency in Six Sigma and structured problem-solving tools.**What We Offer*** Competitive salary and benefits package.* Family health insurance.* Excellent pension scheme and life assurance.* Career development opportunities.* Access to a modern, innovative facility.* A growing business with a strong global presence.**Connect With Us**Visit www.abbott.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.**The base pay for this position is**N/AIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.## **JOB FAMILY:**Engineering## **DIVISION:**ADC Diabetes Care## **LOCATION:**Ireland > Kilkenny : Kilkenny Business and Technology Park## **ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:**## **WORK SHIFT:**Ie - Kkyflx (Ireland)## **TRAVEL:**Yes, 20 % of the Time## **MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:**Not Applicable## **SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:**Not Applicable
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