Manufacturing Engineer

CREGG are hiring for a Manufacturing Engineer to join a leading electronic and medical device company in Galway on a permanent basis.

For more information contact Mark 086 190 1346 or [email protected] 

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and driven Engineering professional with strong expertise in Electronic, Production, and Manufacturing Engineering. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in bringing innovative products from concept to full-scale production, while continuously improving processes and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• New Product Introduction (NPI):
  Lead the end-to-end NPI process, including project planning, development, and successful launch of new products—ensuring delivery on time and within budget.

• Project Leadership:
  Drive internal manufacturing projects using structured methodologies such as LEAN, ensuring efficiency and continuous improvement.

• Digital Transformation:
  Lead and support digitalisation initiatives, including system implementations and rollouts across manufacturing operations.

• Performance & Delivery:
  Track project progress against defined milestones, proactively managing risks and ensuring successful outcomes.

• Quotations & Costing:
  Prepare accurate and competitive quotations for new product opportunities.

• Process Development:
  Introduce robust, scalable manufacturing processes with a strong focus on Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD).

• Continuous Improvement:
  Identify opportunities to enhance existing products and processes, implementing improvements that drive measurable results.

• Customer Collaboration:
  Work closely with customers throughout the design-to-manufacture lifecycle, ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 standards.

• Cross-functional Support:
  Contribute to customer onboarding, relationship management, and support broader team objectives.

• Production Planning:
  Assist in scheduling and planning to optimise manufacturing efficiency.

• Documentation & Systems Management:
  Maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical drawings, and specifications (including AutoCAD updates).

• Training & Development:
  Develop operator instructions and deliver training for both new and existing equipment.

• Equipment & Maintenance Oversight:
  Support routine equipment checks, ensuring optimal performance and timely resolution of issues.

• Layout & Process Optimisation:
  Improve production line layouts to enhance workflow, efficiency, and ergonomics.

• Supplier Engagement:
  Collaborate with subcontractors and third-party manufacturers to ensure quality and consistency.

• Health & Safety:
  Champion a safe working environment, ensuring compliance with PPE and EH&S standards at all times.

Candidate Profile

• Degree (Level 7/8) in Electronics, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering

• Strong knowledge of LEAN and Six Sigma methodologies

• Experience in digitalisation initiatives within manufacturing

• Proven track record in a manufacturing environment

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