About Dortek:
Dortek are an Irish Company originating in Wicklow, we have been manufacturing a range of specialist hygienic door sets, automated doors and window systems since 1968 for installation throughout Ireland, UK, Europe, US and SE Asia. Our dedicated in-house teams deliver complex, bespoke door packages from initial design, through to specification and manufacturing, installation and final commissioning.
Dortek supply the top 20 global pharmaceutical manufacturers and provide a total project management solution of door packages across Food Manufacturing; Pharmaceutical; Cleanroom Research Laboratories; Hospitals and Retail sectors internationally. Clients choose Dortek for a variety of reasons but primarily we believe it is due to the quality of our products, our high levels of flexibility and the dedication to service we offer as a company. We pride ourselves on getting the job done.
At Dortek, we believe our success has been built upon the 161 great people who work for us. We're a team that works hard for our clients and firmly believe our growth is down to the ambition, dedication and the expertise of everyone within the Dortek family.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
The Junior Mechanical Engineer will support the design, installation, optimisation, and maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment within the manufacturing facility. This role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production machinery and supports continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput, quality, and uptime.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Equipment & System Engineering
* Design, modify, and optimize mechanical components, assemblies, and systems to improve Health and Safety output and quality performance.
* Evaluate equipment performance and recommend corrective actions or upgrades.
* Assist in the specification, procurement, installation, and commissioning of new machinery.
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
* Provide technical expertise to maintenance teams for diagnosing mechanical failures.
* Analyze root causes of downtime and implement long-term corrective actions.
* Develop and maintain preventive and predictive maintenance plans.
Process Improvement
* Identify opportunities to increase equipment reliability, efficiency, and safety.
* Lead continuous improvement projects (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) to reduce waste and enhance productivity.
* Optimise material flow, tooling, and mechanical processes.
Safety & Compliance
* Ensure all mechanical systems comply with OSHA, industry standards, and internal safety policies.
* Participate in safety assessments, hazard analyses (FMEA), and risk mitigation planning.
* Support documentation and audits related to mechanical systems and regulatory requirements.
Documentation & Project Management
* Create and maintain engineering drawings, specifications, SOPs, BOMs, and equipment manuals.
* Manage engineering projects from concept through completion, including cost estimation and timelines.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, maintenance, quality, and operations teams.
The above is a non-exhaustive summary of responsibilities that the Junior Mechanical Engineer will be expected to fulfil.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
* Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
* 3 years plus of experience in mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
* Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).
* Familiarity with mechanical fabrication, machining, pneumatics, hydraulics, and automation systems
ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS:
Dortek is looking for people with a strong work ethic. The successful candidate will ideally have experience of working in a fast-paced office and be willing to adapt and get on with the job as circumstances change.
Our ideal candidate will have the following personal skills:
* Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
* Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
* Proficiency in root cause analysis and reliability engineering tools.
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
* Project management experience is a plus.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Dortek is offering an attractive salary and benefits package.If you are interested in becoming part of the Dortek team and making a real difference, please send your CV.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €29,148.12-€47,768.05 per year
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Should live close to the Dortek Office in Wicklow Town
Work Location: In person