## **JOB DESCRIPTION:****Validation Engineer****Location:** Abbott Diabetes Care, Kilkenny, Ireland**About Abbott**Abbott is a global healthcare leader, committed to helping people live more fully at all stages of life.
With a portfolio spanning diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines, Abbott serves over 160 countries and employs 114,000+ people worldwide.
**Abbott in Ireland** Operating since ****, Abbott employs around 6,000 people across ten sites in Ireland, including Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford, and Sligo.
**Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny** Our Kilkenny site is a state-of-the-art facility focused on manufacturing FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and sensors, supporting leading diabetes management systems such as FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite, and FreeStyle Libre.
**Main Purpose of the Role**As a Validation Engineer, you will act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the Operations department, supporting site-wide validation activities with a primary focus on Process and Equipment Qualifications.
You will ensure the delivery of safe, effective products that meet customer needs while maintaining regulatory compliance.
**Key Responsibilities*** Develop, execute, and review validation protocols and reports for process and software validation activities.
* Identify and implement improvements in manufacturing processes and software systems.
* Support investigations into non-conformances related to manufacturing processes and software.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Validation, PMO, Operations, Global Engineering, and Quality.
* Apply structured problem-solving techniques (e.g., 6M, Ishikawa, DMAIC) to identify root causes of component-related issues.
* Conduct empirical testing, data analysis, and report findings to support continuous improvement.
* Support R&D trials and feedback loops for material changes.
* Monitor and drive performance improvements of materials/components.
* Evaluate proposed changes and alternative designs for components.
* Assist in resolving Quality Incidents and CAPAs.
* Apply LEAN methodologies to drive operational excellence.
* Maintain visual dashboards and contribute to site KPI reporting.
* Provide technical support to engineering teams.
* Ensure compliance with cGMP, industry regulations, and Abbott's Quality Policy and Procedures.
**Qualifications & Experience*** **Education:** NFQ Level 7 qualification (minimum) in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
* **Experience:** Minimum 2 years of related work experience (Validation Engineer role); 5+ years for materials/component engineering responsibilities.
* **Preferred Background:** + Experience in a GxP-compliant manufacturing environment.
+ Hands-on experience with high-volume automation lines.
+ Familiarity with electrical, moulded, and mechanical components.
+ Proficiency in Six Sigma and structured problem-solving tools.
**What We Offer*** Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Family health insurance.
* Excellent pension scheme and life assurance.
* Career development opportunities.
* Access to a modern, innovative facility.
* A growing business with a strong global presence.
**Connect With Us**Visit or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.
**The base pay for this position is**N/AIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
## **JOB FAMILY:**Engineering## **DIVISION:**ADC Diabetes Care## **LOCATION:**Ireland > Kilkenny : Kilkenny Business and Technology Park## **ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:**## **WORK SHIFT:**Ie - Kkyflx (Ireland)## **TRAVEL:**Yes, 20 % of the Time## **MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:**Not Applicable## **SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:**Not Applicable
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