[ref. b71841602] Senior Process Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to join our client's dynamic manufacturing team in Galway. In this key role, you will support both day-to-day operations and the successful launch of new products. Your focus will be on driving process excellence, optimizing manufacturing systems, and ensuring the seamless integration of new technologies within a cellular manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering support to manufacturing cells, ensuring efficient operations and the timely introduction of new products.
• Lead process development initiatives, including tool and fixture design, CNC programming, and continuous improvement activities.
• Conduct feasibility assessments to evaluate product costs, capital investment needs, and capacity planning for make vs. buy decisions.
• Define and implement robust manufacturing processes that meet strict performance and quality standards.
• Generate and maintain preliminary bills of materials (BOMs) and manufacturing routers.
• Develop processes across a variety of manufacturing applications including machining, finishing, forging, casting, thermal treatments, and moulding.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on project timelines and drive deliverables.
• Prepare and manage project budgets aligned with business objectives.
• Mentor junior engineers and share technical expertise across the team.
• Provide clear, concise communication to management and project stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven experience in developing manufacturing processes for new product introductions, ideally in a regulated industry like medical devices.
• Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), CNC programming, CAD systems, and 3D modeling (preferably Unigraphics/NX).
• Strong understanding of standard operating procedures (SOPs), drafting standards, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Demonstrated ability to balance design intent, manufacturing efficiency, and customer requirements.
• Effective communicator with strong written and verbal skills; able to engage technical and non-technical audiences.
• A track record of mentoring and guiding less experienced engineers.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in manufacturing process development or a combination of relevant education and hands-on experience.