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Design EngineerPortlaoise, Co. LaoisSalary: €42,000 – €50,000 DOEAn excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading waste management equipment manufacturer based in Portlaoise. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role offers a mix of product design, process improvement, and hands-on production collaboration.Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:1. Well-established company with exciting projects in the pipeline2. Great opportunity to shape new processes and products3. Split role with variety: product improvement + new design workThe Role:Work on continuous improvement of existing products to reduce Non-Value Added (NVA) activitiesSupport the design and development of new products and processesProvide regular updates to the Engineering Manager on project progressPerform FEA and troubleshoot product performance in real-world conditionsGenerate and maintain 3D models and production drawings using SolidWorksCollaborate with the production team to streamline workflows and reduce wasteContribute to the development of SOPs and SWPs as part of ISO accreditation effortsThe Person:Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2–3 years' post-grad experienceStrong SolidWorks and FEA experienceBackground in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentExperience with ERP systems (e.g., Sage) and BOM creationProblem solver with strong attention to detail and a proactive mindsetEffective communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders and clientsNext StepsFor further information, and to apply for this role, please contact Zoey Rooney. Visit our website for a full list of engineering opportunities.Expert, confidential recruitment adviceSalary is usually negotiable, salary details listed are to be used as a guide and are based on factors such as your experience and expertise.