Biopharma Applications Engineer — Transforming Manufacturing Solutions

ABEC; Fermoy; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ABEC in Fermoy, Ireland is seeking an Applications Engineer to design and deliver biopharmaceutical manufacturing solutions onsite. You will bridge customers with Sales, Engineering, Product Management, and Operations to turn challenges into customized solutions.

The role emphasizes proposing technical and commercial strategies, supporting product launches, and collaborating across disciplines to ensure customer success and growth. Global travel up to 30% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or science.
• 5+ years of experience in biopharma capital equipment, bioprocess engineering, applications engineering, equipment design, or product management.
• Knowledge of bioprocess equipment such as SUS, bioreactors and fermenters, mixing technologies, filtration systems, chromatography equipment.
• Understanding of cGMP biopharmaceutical manufacturing and capital project execution.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to navigate both technical and commercial business environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Develop technical and commercial proposals for biopharma manufacturing solutions.
• Interpret customer requirements and recommend optimal process and equipment solutions.
• Generate budgetary and definitive cost estimates, pricing, and proposals.
• Serve as a technical expert supporting customer meetings, presentations, and sales opportunities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Automation, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Project Management teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.
• Review purchase orders and contracts for technical and commercial alignment.
• Support product launches, sales training, and marketing initiatives.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and project performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
• Travel to customer sites up to 30%.

Skills

Biopharma experience

Applications engineering

Bioprocess equipment

cGMP knowledge

MS Office

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or science

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Office

Job description

ABEC in Fermoy, Ireland is seeking an Applications Engineer to design and deliver biopharmaceutical manufacturing solutions onsite. You will bridge customers with Sales, Engineering, Product Management, and Operations to turn challenges into customized solutions.

The role emphasizes proposing technical and commercial strategies, supporting product launches, and collaborating across disciplines to ensure customer success and growth. Global travel up to 30% is expected.