12 month contract opportunity for Cork based Automation Engineer with a Medical Device Manufacturer.
You will contribute to a New Product Development (NPD) initiative, focusing on process development within a medical device environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and develop high-yield, high-capability automated processes.
* Optimize equipment performance to ensure efficient, repeatable, and scalable manufacturing processes.
* Collaborate with vendors to develop and qualify automated inspection systems for integration into production.
* Work alongside R&D teams to refine medical device designs and facilitate their transition to large-scale manufacturing.
* Manage vendor relationships for equipment design and development, supporting projects from initial conception through to onsite implementation.
* Improve existing automation processes to support New Product Introductions (NPIs) and enhance inspection methods.
* Develop and maintain technical documentation, from early-stage process development to full-scale manufacturing.
* Lead validation and qualification activities for equipment and processes.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality.
* Collaborate cross-functionally to support the advancement of current and future manufacturing processes.
* Oversee the commissioning of new manufacturing technologies, production ramp-up, and process validation.
* Assess the environmental impact of new processes, equipment, and chemicals in collaboration with EHS teams to minimize risks.
Required Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor's degree (Level 8) in Engineering or Science (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electronic, Production, or related fields).
* Minimum of 2 years' experience working with automated equipment in a regulated industry.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with proven leadership abilities.
* Experience in mentoring and knowledge sharing.
* Expertise in any of the following areas is highly desirable:
o Automation & Machine Controls
o Automated Inspection Systems
o New Technology Development & Implementation