Ireland - Gort (Neuro), IDA Business Park, Gort, Galway, Ireland •
Ballyhugh, Gort, Co.
Galway, Ireland
Job Description
Posted Tuesday, March 10, **** at 12:00 AM
Job Overview
As a key member of our Manufacturing team at
Natus
, the
Manufacturing Sustaining Engineer
will lead sustaining engineering activities and continuous improvement initiatives that support the long-term performance, quality, and reliability of Natus Neuro's product portfolio.
In this role, you will serve as the primary technical point of contact for all manufacturing-related product issues, ensuring smooth production operations and providing expert guidance on product changes, enhancements, and lifecycle extensions.
You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including Product Development, Quality, Field Service, Supply Chain, and Operations—to resolve issues, drive improvements, and deliver high-quality products to customers.
This role requires strong organizational skills, technical depth, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
What You'll Do
Act as the
technical escalation point
for product- and design-related manufacturing issues affecting released products and components.
Lead
root cause analyses
and drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) using structured problem-solving tools such as DMAIC, FMEA, Ishikawa, and 5-Whys.
Manage and implement
product and process changes
, ensuring proper validation, documentation, and cross-functional alignment.
Track and prioritize sustaining engineering activities, monitoring key performance indicators and driving timely issue resolution.
Provide technical oversight to prevent or address production disruptions related to suppliers, processes, or quality concerns.
Lead
continuous improvement
and
value engineering
initiatives to improve product quality, increase manufacturing yield, reduce variability, and lower cost of goods.
Support
component obsolescence management
, evaluating alternatives and ensuring uninterrupted production.
Maintain compliance with product safety and regulatory standards (e.g., REACH, ROHS, CE).
Manage
Engineering Change Orders
, ensuring full documentation and alignment across impacted teams.
Provide
Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
input for new product development to ensure efficient and scalable production.
Produce and maintain medical device design documentation aligned with FDA design controls, ISO ****, and ISO ***** requirements.
Maintain accurate and controlled documentation, including BOMs, drawings, dFMEAs, pFMEAs, work instructions, and manufacturing procedures.
Travel up to
15%
, domestically or internationally, based on business needs.
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in
Mechanical, Manufacturing, Biomedical Engineering
, or a closely related field.
4+ years of sustaining or process engineering experience
, ideally within the medical device sector or electro-mechanical manufacturing.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, root cause analysis, and production troubleshooting.
Demonstrated project management and organizational capabilities.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across global teams.
Self-motivated, independent problem-solver with strong attention to detail.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt).
Experience with FDA QSR, cGMP, ISO *****, and ISO *****.
Background supporting regulatory submissions or compliance initiatives.
Why Join Us?
Join an innovative organization shaping the future of neurodiagnostic and healthcare technology.
Work in a collaborative environment with strong opportunities for career development and professional growth.
Competitive salary package with pension.
Health Insurance & Life Assurance coverage.
Educational Assistance Program.
Employee Rewards Program.
Excellent career progression opportunities.
EEO Statement:
Natus Medical is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
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