Mechanical Engineer (Manufacturing) On-site in Portlaoise Full-time, Permanent. Mon-Fri 39 hrs/week Salary: €42k €50k DOE Work Authorisation: Must have legal right to work in Ireland Our client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineerto join a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturing organisation within the waste management sector. This full-time, permanent role is based on-site at their state-of-the-art production facility in Portlaoise, Co. Laois. Requirements: Level 8 Degree in Mechanical Engineering. 23 years' post-graduate experience, including strong SolidWorks proficiency. Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software. Familiarity with ERP systems such as Sage or similar data management tools. Proven experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of CAD BOM (Bill of Materials) generation. Key Responsibilities: Provide regular progress updates to the Engineering Manager and deliver assigned projects within agreed timeframes. Support the design requirements for both existing products and new product development, in compliance with current legislation. Conduct product analysis under various working conditions to ensure quality and performance standards are met; troubleshoot and resolve any design or process-related issues. Create and maintain technical drawings using SolidWorks, ensuring issues are identified and resolved before production. Collaborate with the production team to identify and implement process improvements, with a focus on reducing non-value-added activities. Assist in the development and refinement of SOPs and SWPs, contributing to the organisations ISO accreditation efforts. If you're a mechanically-minded professional with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement in manufacturing environments, wed love to hear from you.