2027 Graduate Moulding Engineer

Biopharma Asia; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 35,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Well-being reimbursement

Insurance plans

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Graduate Programme in Limerick invites high-potential graduates in Mechanical Engineering or Polymer Science to join a two-year placement. You will gain hands-on experience in polymer processing, injection moulding, and cross-functional teamwork on site.

You will receive development training, mentorship, and exposure to senior leadership, with opportunities to contribute to NPI projects and sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s level degree in Mechanical Engineering or Polymer Science, due to graduate in 2027.
• Knowledge or background in Injection Moulding Engineering is desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments with analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and influencing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide polymer processing and engineering skills for a range of products and materials.
• Ensure molding equipment meets specifications, schedules and budgets.
• Troubleshoot Injection Moulding equipment and processes using statistical methods.
• Develop problem-solving skills by working with senior Injection Moulding Engineers.
• Participate in cross-functional teams for New Product Introduction and R&D projects.
• Support implementation of engineering goals and plant initiatives.
• Maintain Environmental and Health & Safety compliance.

Skills

Influencing skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Planning & organization

Multitasking

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Polymer Science

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com .

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:

Mechanical Engineering

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Limerick, Ireland

Job Description:

Role Title: Graduate Moulding Engineer

Intake: September 2027

Location: Limerick

Duration: 23 months

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:

• 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.
• 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.
• service anniversary and recognition awards.
• employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans.

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