2027 Graduate Process Engineer

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

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Ireland is hiring a Graduate Process Engineer for the Limerick site as part of the Johnson & Johnson Graduate Programme. The role focuses on supporting the Value Stream with process improvement, technical guidance and cross-functional collaboration.

The successful candidate will work on process characterization, testing, and qualification of new products, gaining exposure to senior leadership, and benefiting from a structured personal development programme.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a minimum bachelor’s degree and due to graduate in 2027.
• Knowledge of DOE, Process Capability Analysis and Hypothesis Testing is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to peers.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership within a production value stream.
• Support NP I process characterization, testing and qualification of new products and processes.
• Lead process redesign projects and coordinate multiple projects across value streams.

Skills

Statistical methods

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences or Mechanical, Material, Process Engineering

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

Process Engineering

Job Category

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations

Limerick, Ireland

Job Description

Role Title

Graduate Process Engineer

Intake

September 2027

Location

Limerick

Duration

23 months

Assessment Centre

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

• The Graduate Process Engineer position is focused on supporting the Value Stream, and you will be a key team member with specific accountability for the areas of process improvement, providing technical support to tackle more sophisticated process issues, and supporting internal and internal site product transfers.
• Responsible for providing technical leadership within a production value stream.
• Working within the NPI process to complete process characterization work, complete process challenge testing, complete process capability and stability runs, to qualify new product & processes to achieve annual business plan.
• Identification and implementation of process related continuous improvement activities that improve product quality and grow overall equipment efficiency.
• Engage with personnel in the identification and resolution of corrective/preventative actions that address any process quality related manufacturing issues.
• Systematically solve problems and use data in support of your decision making. You will enjoy taking the initiative and yet possess the collaborative and influencing skills needed to be a key contributor to cross-functional teams.
• Ensure the delivery of high quality, new and innovative products to our customers, in a timely -and cost-effective manner across multiple product value streams
• Lead process redesign projects, from cradle to grave, complete proof of principle activity, assist in the development and installation & qualification of new process equipment.
• Project management, planning and co-ordination of multiple projects, within an exciting environment.
• Apply troubleshooting expertise to resolve complex equipment, systems and process problems using strong statistical and analytical methodologies.
• Communicate details of findings throughout the organization.
• Keep up-to-date on the latest process engineering developments and technologies and will discover and build on breakthrough ideas that set new performance standards.

Education & Experience

Essential

You are currently pursuing a minimum bachelor’s level degree in either Physics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences or Mechanical, Material, Process Engineering or equivalent degree and are due to graduate in 2027.

Desirable

Knowledge in the use of 'black belt' type statistical techniques (DOE, Process Capability Analysis, Hypothesis Test methods) and problem-solving methodologies would be a distinct advantage, as would familiarity with equipment validation in an FDA environment

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate well to your peer group.

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.