2027 Graduate Moulding Engineer

Johnson & Johnson Co.; Limerick; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Career development

Well-being programs

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Limerick is seeking a Graduate Moulding Engineer for a 23-month programme starting September 2027. You will develop technical skills in polymer processing, work cross-functionally on site, and receive regular feedback and personal development opportunities.

Successful candidates gain project management experience, exposure to senior management, and a structured development pathway with a qualification. This role emphasizes teamwork and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or Polymer Science, graduating 2027.
• Background in Injection Moulding Engineering.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to manage multiple assignments with good organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide polymer processing and engineering skills for a range of products.
• Troubleshoot Injection Molding equipment and processes using statistics.
• Work with senior engineers on technical problem solving.
• Participate in cross-functional teams for NPI/R&D projects.
• Support implementation of engineering goals and plant initiatives.
• Commit to safety, environment and quality systems.

Skills

Mechanical Eng

Polymer Science

Injection Moulding

Analytical Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Influencing

Planning

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Polymer Science

Job description

Job Function:

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:

Mechanical Engineering

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Limerick, Ireland

Role Title:

Graduate Moulding Engineer

Intake:

September 2027

Location

Limerick

Duration

23 months

The final-stage assessment centre will be held on the 28th and 29th of January 2027. Please ensure that you are available to attend (if selected) before applying.

About the Johnson & Johnson Graduate Programme:

The Graduate Programme is a collaborative programme across the Johnson & Johnson Campus Ireland Sites. It is aimed at high potential individuals who, when given the right tools, are empowered to proactively take responsibility, effect change and make a positive contribution to their teams and the business.

The Successful Candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Develop relevant technical skills within their area of expertise.
• Cross functional exposure both on site and within Campus Ireland.
• Regular one to ones and feedback to support your on-going development.
• Personal development and effectiveness training.
• Skills development in influencing & communication.
• Project and Project Management experience.
• Introduction to new and innovative technologies.
• Exposure to Senior Management Team.
• Continuous professional development program with a recognised qualification.

Roles & Responsibilities

Primary responsibility to provide polymer processing and engineering skills for a range of products and materials. Partake in implementing innovative engineering technologies, which will deliver highly efficient and cost-effective processes and equipment.

• Ensures that molding equipment meets company specifications, schedules and budgets
• Provide troubleshooting expertise to resolve Injection Molding equipment, systems and process problems using strong statistical methodology
• Develop technical problem-solving skills through working hand in hand with senior Injection Moulding Engineers
• Provide key inputs into transformational process developments.
• Actively participate in cross-functional teams to ensure New Product Introduction/Research and Development projects.
• Always practicing good team work in support of day to day operating requirements.
• Develop strong leadership and a clear identifiable work ethos within the team.
• Develop and maintain a Credo & Behavioral Standards based culture within the group.
• Ensure all process developments, NPI etc are managed in accordance with the Quality management system.
• Work with team to develop and implement engineering Goals & Objectives.
• Support the implementation of engineering and plant strategic initiatives.
• All employees are responsible for minimizing both the Environmental and Health & Safety effects of the work that they perform

Education & Experience:

• You are currently pursuing a minimum bachelor's level degree in either Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science or equivalent degree and are due to graduate in 2027.
• Knowledge or background in Injection Moulding Engineering
• Ability to manage multiple assignments or projects with sound analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Flexible work ethic
• Strong influencing skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Problem solving skills
• Decision Making - required to make decisions on technical issues.
• Degree of responsibility - must be capable of taking direction and taking responsibility and ownership for systems.
• Excellent planning & organization skills

The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

€35,400.00 - €56,695.00

Benefits:

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees' and companies' performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location's eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.