Overview
Senior Electrical / Mechatronics Engineer – Full Time
As a Senior Engineer, you will take technical and operational ownership of complex weighing projects, from design to commissioning.
This is a hands-on role involving system design and documentation, equipment assembly, FAT/SAT, and on-site commissioning.
You will supervise and support a small team of engineers and technicians, ensuring quality and timely delivery of solutions that meet customer expectations.
You will also contribute to the development of a Force Calibration Unit (FCU) system as a major innovation project for the business.
Close collaboration with the Projects Manager, Software Team, and Senior Management is central to this role, with frequent interaction with customers.
The position offers variety, responsibility, and opportunities to grow within a high-performing engineering team.
Precia Molen is a global leader in industrial and commercial weighing solutions, designing, manufacturing, installing, and maintaining precision weighing equipment and systems for industries such as food and agriculture, manufacturing, waste management, construction, and pharmaceuticals.
The role is based in the Precia Molen offices in Clane, Co.
Kildare, with occasional site work.
Responsibilities
Design, build, and test weighing systems as part of the Projects Team
Supervise a workshop team of engineers/technicians and coordinate tasks
Quality control to ensure systems meet engineering, safety, and compliance standards
Design and develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control panel layouts, and single-line diagrams for industrial systems
Create detailed electrical drawings using AutoCAD (or similar) in compliance with company and industry standards
Take technical and operational ownership of complex weighing and driver-operated system projects from design to commissioning
Requirements
Third-level qualification in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering (minimum level 8)
3+ years of relevant experience
Full driving license
Eligible to work in Ireland
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
Knowledge of construction techniques and ability to read schematics and drawings
Understanding of industrial control panels
Experience with low-voltage system design and implementation
AutoCAD/SolidWorks – Electrical drawings
Ability to work in a team with service engineers, software developers, and project managers
Preferred
Background in the weighing industry
Experience integrating with weighbridge indicators and peripherals
Location & Start Date
The role will be based in Clane, Co.
Kildare, with a Monday to Friday schedule from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Site work is required on occasion.
Start date: Immediate start
Job Type & Benefits
Job Type: Full-time
Competitive salary, depending on experience
20 days holidays (full-time)
On-site parking
Work laptop and phone
Access to a work vehicle for site work
Ongoing training to enhance skills
Work with a small, dedicated team
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