Senior NPI Engineer Division: Stryker Additive Manufacturing Carrigtwohill, Cork 23 month contract initially. Position for a Senior Engineer to join the Industrialisation Engineering team working on manufacturing and/or NPI process in the Additive Personalised Solutions team This engineer will have the required engineering competencies and systems training to support a manufacturing area and/or project. Who we want: Who we want Detail-oriented process improvers. Critical thinkers who naturally see opportunities to develop and optimize work processes - finding ways to simplify, standardize and automate. Collaborative partners. People who build and leverage cross-functional relationships to bring together ideas, data and insights to drive continuous improvement in functions. Analytical problem solvers. People who go beyond just fixing to identify root causes, evaluate optimal solutions, and recommend comprehensive upgrades to prevent future issues. Dedicated achievers. People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations. Strategic thinkers. People who enjoy analyzing data or trends for the purposes of planning, forecasting, advising, budgeting, reporting, or sales opportunities. What you will do: Application of a prioritised approach in Value Centred Engineering toward achieving key opportunities in quality, service and cost. Works with Engineering leaders to deliver business objectives Responsible for assisting in the development of a world class-manufacturing group that is proficient in process improvement and problem-solving manufacturing issues using Six-Sigma tools. Providing technical leadership on all product and process issues. Line performance monitoring, and the compilation and execution of structured event plans to remediate systemic issues that drive sub-optimal performance. Development and implementation of appropriate supporting documentation, SOPs and process work instructions compliant with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Leading technical improvements under the business's Continuous Improvement Program (CIP). Transferring and implementing processes, either from development, or from another manufacturing facility. Provision of technical leadership/guidance for the Process / maintenance Technicians and other Manufacturing / Equipment Engineers on the team. Provide engineering support for new Product and new process introduction, ensuring that all activities are completed and documented in accordance with Stryker New product Development Process. Process validation for products and processes; VP, IQ, OQ, PQ and associated documentation. Conduct Gauge R&R studies for products and new processes. Responsibility for projects (value stream and cross functional) as assigned by the company, including the scoping, approval, budgeting, specification, execution, qualification and operational handover as appropriate. Actively interfacing with cross-functional team members and 3rd party Vendors, and always practicing good team work in support of the day to day operating requirements, and in pursuit of achieving the business targets Fostering a work environment of continuous improvement that supports SYK's Quality Policy, Quality System, and the appropriate regulations for the area they support, in particular ensuring that employees are trained to do their work and their training is documented. Observing the Quality Management Systems requirements on site at all times Continuous monitoring and reporting of variables that feed into the business performance metrics, and pro-active identification and resolution of issues around any deficits in same. Adherence to, and enforcement of all Environment Health and Safety (EHS) requirements on site Undertaking, where appropriate, a Subject Matter Expert's role for Regulatory Audit purposes Provision of out-of-hours support to the business as required by management or as mandated by shutdowns and/or equipment failures. What you will need: Level 8 Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent is required. Has 2 years' experience in a manufacturing or NPI environment. Capable of working as part of a multi-disciplined team. Demonstrable analytical & problem solving skills, a process improvement orientation, and the ability to handle multiple tasks. Demonstrable ability to work autonomously A team player, with a flexible approach. #IJ To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.