<aside class="job-preview__other-job-details">Job Title:&nbsp;Wet Process Engineer Location:&nbsp;Wexford, Ireland Department:&nbsp;Engineering / Manufacturing Reports To:&nbsp;Process Engineering Manager Contract Type:&nbsp;Full-Time / PermanentJob Purpose:As a Wet Process Engineer, you will be responsible for optimizing and supporting the performance of liquid processing systems (e.g., pasteurization, mixing, CIP, UHT, homogenization) within the Ireland operations. You will play a key role in continuous improvement, troubleshooting, capital projects, and ensuring compliance with food safety, quality, and environmental standards.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process Optimization:</li><li>Improve yield, efficiency, and sustainability of wet processing operations by applying best-in-class process engineering tools (Lean, Six Sigma, RCA, DMAIC).</li><li>Project Engineering:</li><li>Lead and support CAPEX projects involving upgrades or new installations in wet processing, ensuring scope, timeline, and budget targets are met.</li><li>Operational Support:</li><li>Provide day-to-day technical support to production teams, ensuring minimal downtime and high product quality.</li><li>Compliance &amp; Safety:</li><li>Ensure all processes comply with internal standards and external regulations (H&amp;S, food safety, EPA, FSAI). Drive safety-first culture.</li><li>Continuous Improvement:</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements via data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and innovation.</li><li>Technical Documentation:</li><li>Maintain and update process documentation including P&amp;IDs, SOPs, process parameters, and validation records.</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration:</li><li>Work with Quality, Maintenance, Production, and R&amp;D to resolve issues and deliver new product introductions.</li></ul>Key Requirements:Education &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Process or Food Engineering.</li><li>3+ years of experience in a wet processing or liquid food/dairy/pharma manufacturing environment.</li><li>Experience with CIP, pasteurization, homogenization, heat exchange, and flow systems is essential.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Competencies:<ul><li>Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.</li><li>Proficient with process control systems (e.g., SCADA, PLCs).</li><li>Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.</li><li>Strong understanding of hygiene standards and validation protocols.</li><li>Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience working in a GMP or ISO 22000/FSSC certified facility.</li><li>Familiarity with SAP or other CMMS.</li><li>Project management certification (e.g., Prince2, PMP) is an advantage.</li></ul></aside>

Wet Process Engineer

Senior R&amp;D Engineer &ndash; Galway Permanent Role Medical DeviceWhat You&rsquo;ll Do&bull; Drive all phases of product development&mdash;from concept generation and feasibility through design verification, validation, and final commercialization. &bull; Develop new medical device solutions starting from clinical needs identification through to working prototypes and commercially viable products. &bull; Partner with physicians to translate clinical insights into practical and innovative product requirements and design concepts. &bull; Contribute to technical innovation across the R&amp;D team, actively identifying and mitigating risks throughout the design process. &bull; Apply strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology, coupled with expertise in engineering principles, materials, and processes to deliver functional designs. &bull; Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and global stakeholders to support seamless development and integration. &bull; Provide hands-on engineering input, with strong involvement in technical tasks&mdash;this is an on-site role, ideally 4&ndash;5 days per week. &bull; Support the improvement of existing products and contribute to sustaining engineering activities. &bull; Participate in intellectual property generation through invention disclosure and patent applications. &bull; Mentor and guide junior engineers by providing project direction and technical oversight (no direct people management). &bull; Actively participate in peer design reviews and help drive engineering best practices across the team. &bull; Be available for travel up to 10&ndash;25%, which may include quarterly trips to the US (Minnesota, California), though travel may vary depending on project needs.What We&rsquo;re Looking For&bull; Level 8 degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline. &bull; Minimum 4 years of relevant engineering experience in the medical device industry. &bull; Proven track record of success in product development, from early concept through to launch. &bull; Experience in all phases of product development including initial concept, design freeze, verification, validation, and commercialization. &bull; Ideally experienced in intellectual property and patent activities. &bull; Strong team player who thrives in a cross-functional, collaborative environment and demonstrates initiative in problem-solving. &bull; Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE), Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and Six Sigma methodologies. &bull; Skilled in engaging with physicians or clinicians and incorporating clinical feedback into design iterations. &bull; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across organizational boundaries.

Senior Research and Development Engineer 

The R&amp;D Engineer will play a key role in the design, development, and testing of medical devices and systems. Focus will be on learning, developing technical skills, and applying knowledge.&nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Works on well-defined tasks and projects with guidance from senior engineers or managers</li><li>Support the design and development of products including a high-level of design feasibility, prototype development, design, test method development, design verification/validation, and product commercialization&nbsp;</li><li>Application of both new and existing technologies, materials, and processes to deliver a product Supports the creation of engineering specifications, drawings, and prototypes</li><li>Ability to learn CAD Software (i.e. Solidworks) to develop and design concepts, components, and systems</li><li>Develop prototypes and conduct hands-on testing to evaluate functionality and durability Support feasibility studies and risk assessments to ensure products meet regulatory requirements, performance specifications, and safety standards Support testing protocols to validate device performance against design specifications</li><li>Understanding of problem-solving behaviors and activities such as Root Cause Analysis, Design of Experiments (DOEs), and other problem-solving tools</li><li>Conduct analysis of data and develop detailed reports and recommendations</li><li>Collaborate with clinicians and end-users to gain an understanding of their needs.</li><li>Support the creation of user needs and ensure the optimization of product functionality and performance based upon their feedback.</li><li>Prepare technical documentation in accordance with regulatory and design control requirements</li><li>Develop and maintain relationships with cross-functional team members (i.e. marketing, design assurance, global engineering, operations, project management, clinical)</li><li>Analyze existing devices and processes to identify opportunities to enhance customer needs, quality, cost, and/or production</li></ul>Educational And Experience Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Science related discipline and minimum 2-5 years of experience OR Master&rsquo;s Degree in Science or Engineering preferred Experience in Research &amp; Development, ideally in medical device industry</li><li>Experience in project management</li><li>Experience in quality</li></ul>Specialized Skills/Technical Knowledge <ul><li>Solid understanding and capable of designing and developing medical devices across various stages (concept, prototyping, testing, production)</li><li>Some experience with Design Controls including documentation of design history files (DHF), risk management files, failure mode effects analysis (FMEA), traceability matrices, and verification and validation (V&amp;V) processes</li><li>Ability to learn, execute tasks, and build experience Familiarity with ISO 13485 (Quality Management System for Medical Devices)</li><li>Experience with prototyping</li><li>Effective verbal and written communication skills both Lithuanian and English Experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams (marketing, design assurance, engineering, operations, regulatory, clinical, etc.)</li></ul>

Research and Development Engineer II

Facilities Engineer (Contract) &ndash; Athlone Company:(Medical Device Manufacturer) Location: Athlone, Co. Westmeath Duration: 12-Month Contract (Strong potential to go permanent) Start Date: ASAP Reporting To: (Facilities Team Lead)<h3 data-start="470" data-end="485">Overview:</h3>This company is seeking an experienced Facilities Engineer for a 12-month contract role, primarily focused on project work within a dynamic and supportive Facilities team.&nbsp;<h3 data-start="771" data-end="798">Key Responsibilities:</h3><ul data-start="799" data-end="1279"><li data-start="799" data-end="913">Lead and support facilities-related projects, primarily in the EHS (Environmental, Health &amp; Safety) space.</li><li data-start="914" data-end="1013">Oversee and implement improvements to air quality systems and other environmental controls.</li><li data-start="1014" data-end="1110">Manage and deliver sub-&euro;100k capital projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget execution.</li><li data-start="1111" data-end="1204">Liaise with cross-functional teams and contractors to ensure successful project outcomes.</li><li data-start="1205" data-end="1279">Ensure all projects are compliant with regulatory and company standards.</li></ul><h3 data-start="1281" data-end="1300">Requirements:</h3><ul data-start="1301" data-end="1749"><li data-start="1301" data-end="1437">5+ years' experience in a Facilities Engineering role, ideally within a regulated environment (pharma/med device/manufacturing).</li><li data-start="1438" data-end="1539">Strong project management skills and the ability to take initiative with minimal supervision.</li><li data-start="1540" data-end="1621">Proven experience delivering EHS-related infrastructure or facility upgrades.</li><li data-start="1622" data-end="1711">Must be based within 1 hour 15 minutes of Athlone &ndash; remote working not an option.</li><li data-start="1712" data-end="1749">Immediate availability preferred.</li></ul><h3 data-start="1751" data-end="1775">Interview Process:</h3><ul data-start="1776" data-end="1853"><li data-start="1776" data-end="1853">1 x Onsite Interview &ndash; no virtual interviews (Teams/Zoom not accepted).</li></ul>

Facilities Engineer 

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Engineer for a 12-month contract role within a dynamic manufacturing environment.This position is responsible for delivering key capital projects, optimising equipment and process performance, and supporting operational excellence across the site. The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise in engineering, proven experience in managing complex projects, and a hands-on approach to troubleshooting and continuous improvement.This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact initiatives while working collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, regulated environment.&nbsp;KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Provide engineering services to the plant to maximise the availability of all site process equipment and utilities.</li><li>Manage capital engineering projects within site, following the defined Project Lifecycle approach (typical project value range: up to &euro;5 million).</li><li>Support engineering teams in controlling uptime of process equipment and optimizing efficiencies in both equipment and process performance.</li><li>Support the Engineering team with a focus on continual operational improvements.</li><li>Provide process engineering support and technical troubleshooting within the site.</li><li>Improve operations and reliability of equipment and processes through successful identification and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Manage the execution of projects within the engineering group, including specific process safety projects.</li><li>Support the provision of process safety initiatives to the site.</li><li>Liaise with Production to ensure equipment performance is maximized.</li><li>Liaise with internal/external engineering personnel and contract maintenance providers in maintaining, troubleshooting, and installing/commissioning equipment.</li><li>Provide engineering support and technical troubleshooting to all site operations.</li><li>Lead process equipment commissioning and validation activities.</li><li>Identify and manage continuous improvement projects.</li><li>Work closely with all site functions and other departments to deliver continuous improvement projects.</li><li>Prepare feasibility studies and manage budgets for all assigned projects.</li><li>Manage and negotiate external contracts and contractors.</li><li>Support all major site initiatives and core site goals.</li></ul> KEY REQUIREMENTS:Essential:<ul><li>Degree in a relevant Engineering Discipline (Mechanical / Chemical / Process).</li><li>5+ years strong site experience in API Manufacturing / OSD Manufacturing / BioPharm. (Will consider 3+ years if candidate has relevant project site experience.)</li><li>Proven track record in delivering capital projects &ndash; new equipment, utilities, facilities, etc.</li><li>Good knowledge of change control and C&amp;Q processes/execution.</li></ul>Must have demonstrated relevant site experience of one or more of the following:<ul><li>API process equipment trains (reactors, filter dryers, pumps, process pipework, milling, containment technology &ndash; gloveboxes, downflow booths, etc.).</li><li>Drug Product equipment (tablet press, roller compaction, tablet coater, material handling &ndash; post hoists, blenders, milling &ndash; Quadro Comils, etc.).</li><li>Cleanroom processing/utilities &ndash; HVAC, CIP systems, purified water generation and distribution systems, etc.</li><li>Competent in executing change control.</li><li>Experience in process engineering, with relevant experience in batch processing, automation, project management, commissioning and validation, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Working knowledge of distributed control systems such as Delta V.</li><li>Hands-on role requiring a logical and structured approach to resolving day-to-day engineering issues in a live manufacturing environment.</li><li>Knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements relating to the healthcare industry.</li><li>Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to deliver projects on schedule, within budget, and meeting predefined quality requirements.</li></ul>Desirable (but not essential):<ul><li>Experience with Trackwise change control system.</li><li>Electrical background &ndash; competency with electrical system design &amp; installation (process equipment and site electrical infrastructure), familiar with ATEX regulations and requirements.</li></ul>Apply today!Our Vision:&nbsp;To be recognised as the best STEM Contracting &amp; Permanent Recruitment company and the Employer of Choice for top performing Recruiters For further information on this role please contact&nbsp;R&oacute;is&iacute;n Vaughan&nbsp;on&nbsp;086 440 3742 /&#8239;consult@hero.ie Check out all our open jobs on our HERO Recruitment website -&nbsp;<a href="https://hero.ie/">HERO Recruitment: Leading STEM Recruitment Agency</a>&#8239; Please Note: Under its obligation under the Data Protection legislation, HERO Recruitment will not forward your details to any company without your prior approval. Data can only be transferred outside of the EEA on the basis of standards contractual clauses, to a country for whom an adequacy decision has been given by the European Commission or where the express permission of the data subject has been given. You have supplied us with your personal data in the process of applying for a position. Our client company may have personnel outside of the EEA who will review your data. We will apply the appropriate criteria in respect of the data transfer depending on the location of those personnel.

Project Engineer

Lead Project Engineer&nbsp; We are seeking a Lead Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will be constantly evaluating and improving manufacturing processes, while ensuring new technologies are introduced seamlessly into production. You&rsquo;ll lead critical engineering projects&mdash;from concept through to validation&mdash;working cross-functionally with teams across R&amp;D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Global Engineering. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you&rsquo;ll own automation-focused process improvements, new product introductions, and capacity-expansion initiatives. If you&rsquo;re excited by technical challenges, project ownership, and cross-functional influence, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead cross-functional teams to deliver new product and process introductions, cost-saving projects, and capacity expansions.</li><li>Develop and implement new automated manufacturing systems, including concept development, prototyping, and process validation.</li><li>Ensure timely delivery of projects using strong planning, budgeting, and stakeholder communication skills.</li><li>Act as the technical liaison with technology vendors, ensuring robust design transfer and documentation.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement activities across existing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.</li><li>Conduct process qualifications and ensure all compliance requirements are met.</li><li>Present project updates to senior stakeholders using clearly defined metrics and timelines.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Plastics or Controls Engineering (Master&rsquo;s in project management or manufacturing systems is a plus)</li><li>5+ years&rsquo; experience in engineering or project delivery in a manufacturing environment (preferably medical device or similar regulated industries)</li><li>Proficient in 2D/3D CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD)</li><li>Strong knowledge of automation, pneumatic systems, process development, and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)</li><li>Experience with project planning tools and techniques (e.g., stage-gate, MS Project, Gantt charts)</li><li>Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma, DFM, DOE, or ASQ Green/Black Belt Certification is an advantage</li></ul> Key Skills <ul><li>Project leadership &amp; stakeholder management.</li><li>New process &amp; equipment development.</li><li>Technical documentation &amp; validation.</li><li>Data-driven decision making (DOE, RCA, SPC).</li><li>Vendor &amp; supplier collaboration.</li><li>Continuous improvement mindset.</li><li>Communication and presentation to senior leadership.</li></ul>For further information on this role in please contact on Gavin Moran on 087 4108620 or connect@hero.ie Check out all our open jobs on our HERO Recruitment website &ndash; <a href="https://www.hero.ie/">https://www.hero.ie/</a> Please Note: Under its obligation under the Data Protection legislation, HERO Recruitment will not forward your details to any company without your prior approval.Data can only be transferred outside of the EEA on the basis of standards contractual clauses, to a country for whom an adequacy decision has been given by the European Commission or where the express permission of the data subject has been given. You have supplied us with your personal data in the process of applying for a position. Our client company may have personnel outside of the EEA who will review

Lead Project Engineer 

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