Senior Equipment Engineer - Galway New

Senior Equipment Engineer

A Senior Equipment Engineer is responsible for the selection, implementation, optimization, and lifecycle management of manufacturing equipment within a regulated production environment. The role focuses on improving equipment reliability, maximizing uptime, supporting technical problem-solving, and leading equipment-related projects from design through implementation.

• Evaluate, select, and specify manufacturing equipment that meets operational, technical, and cost requirements.
• Lead equipment installation, commissioning, qualification, modification, upgrades, and maintenance activities.
• Monitor equipment performance, reliability, and lifecycle metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase equipment uptime and improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Investigate equipment-related issues and establish effective technical solutions to support manufacturing operations.
• Provide technical support to equipment maintenance, manufacturing, and process engineering teams.
• Develop, review, and maintain preventative maintenance programs and schedules.
• Maintain records relating to equipment manufacturers' technical notifications, upgrades, modifications, and safety requirements.
• Lead or support equipment improvement initiatives, new technology implementation projects, and process optimization activities.
• Perform root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to address equipment failures and recurring issues.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and technical specialists to achieve project and operational objectives.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and support to engineers, technicians, and junior team members.
• Support project planning, execution, and delivery while ensuring compliance with applicable quality, safety, and engineering standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant equipment engineering experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing equipment, maintenance systems, reliability engineering, and equipment lifecycle management.
• Experience supporting equipment installation, upgrades, troubleshooting, commissioning, and optimization activities.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse equipment performance data and implement reliability and uptime improvements.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance strategies and equipment maintenance best practices.
• Experience managing technical projects and coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders.
• Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills within complex manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision while managing multiple priorities and projects.
• Experience interacting with vendors, contractors, and senior internal stakeholders.
• Strong communication, leadership, mentoring, and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to identify and implement process, system, and equipment improvements to enhance operational performance.

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