Principal R&D Engineer (NPD) - Galway (Hybrid) CREGG seek an experienced Principal R&D Engineer to join our Galway based client on a Permanent basis with full benefits, The successful candidate will lead the technical architecture and development of regulated device and general wellness-based products from concept through role owns product specifications, technical feasibility, design integrity, and external engineering coordination. To discuss please email or call Gary on Responsibilities: Technical Architecture & Product Specification Ownership Define and author Product Requirement Documents (PRD), User Requirement Specifications (URS), and Technical Specifications Establish system architecture for electromechanical and general wellness-based products Ensure traceability between design inputs, outputs, verification plans, and risk documentation Approve final product specifications prior to design freeze Design Control & Risk Management Lead design risk analysis (DFMEA, PHA) Define verification and validation strategy Ensure compliance with design control requirements Support regulatory submissions through technical documentation preparation External Engineering & Consultant Management Act as our clients technical authority in engagements with mechanical, firmware, electrical, industrial design, and testing consultants Define scope of work and performance expectations Review and approve drawings, firmware specifications, test reports, and technical deliverables Escalate technical risks or scope deviations QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Required Minimum of Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Material Science, or equivalent. 6+ years R&D/NPD experience in relevant industry, preferably medical device or other comparable industry ( Electronics, Mechanical, Automotive, etc.) Knowledge of engineering theories, methods and work measurement techniques Knowledge of design principles, FMEA, project management, regulatory requirements and standards, test development. Ability to mentor and coach assigned employees. Experience in electromechanical devices an advantage Demonstrated ability to balance compliance and commercial reality. For more info or a confidential discussion please email or call Gary on INDTRAC Skills: Product development NPD NPI R&D Engineering project management medical device Benefits: Paid Holidays Canteen VHI Pension Bonus Compressed hours Laptop