Job Title: Junior Manufacturing Engineer Med Tech Location: Springhill, Ireland Industry: Medical Devices / Med Tech Department: Manufacturing Engineering Employment Type: Onsite Role About the Role We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Manufacturing Engineer to support daily manufacturing operations within our advanced Med Tech production facility.
This role is ideal for engineers looking to develop hands-on experience in manufacturing processes, validation, equipment troubleshooting, and continuous improvement within a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities Support production lines by ensuring smooth day-to-day operation and resolving technical issues.
Assist in developing, improving, and optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance quality and efficiency.
Support equipment setup, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance coordination.
Participate in process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ), capability studies, and test method validations.
Work closely with cross-functional teams (Quality, R&D, Operations, Maintenance).
Prepare and update work instructions, SOPs, and process documentation.
Assist in root cause analysis (RCA) and contribute to CAPA activities.
Support implementation of Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO 13485, and safety regulations.
Monitor production performance metrics and contribute to continuous improvement projects.
Qualifications & Skills Bachelors degree or diploma in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Biomedical, Industrial, or Process Engineering.
25 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering role (Med Tech/Pharma/Life Sciences preferred).
Strong understanding of GMP, ISO 13485, and regulated manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with validation, process mapping, and problem-solving tools.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, basic CAD exposure (Solid Works/Auto CAD is a plus).
Strong communication, teamwork, and documentation skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment with attention to detail.
Skills: Lean Manufacturing IQ OQ PQ validation