Engineering Manager

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Waterford; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking an Engineering Manager for a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Ireland. You will provide technical leadership, develop a high-performing team, and drive operational excellence across manufacturing and maintenance functions.

The role focuses on supporting continuous improvement, new product transfers, and ensuring compliance with cGMP standards within a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven technical experience in a multinational pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership to manage and develop a high-performing team with safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the Engineering team with a focus on continuous improvement and technical excellence.
• Build team structures and problem-solving processes to support manufacturing targets.
• Support and deliver ongoing improvement projects across manufacturing assets.
• Oversee engineering aspects of new product introductions and transfers between lines.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP standards and promote Health, Safety and Environmental initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Continuous improvement

Process engineering

Regulatory compliance

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are currently looking for an Engineering Manager to join a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to lead and develop a high-performing team, driving operational excellence across manufacturing and maintenance functions. The role offers a chance to influence strategic projects and support ongoing continuous improvement initiatives within a dynamic and regulated environment. In this position, you will be instrumental in providing technical leadership, supporting new product transfers, and ensuring compliance with cGMP standards. You will work closely with site leadership and contribute to the delivery of capital projects, all while maintaining operational safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced setting.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership to the Engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence
• Build team structures and problem-solving processes to support manufacturing operational targets
• Support and deliver ongoing improvement projects across manufacturing assets
• Oversee the engineering aspects of new product introductions and product transfers between lines
• As the Engineering Manager, you will ensure compliance with cGMP standards and promote health, safety, and environmental initiatives

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• A Degree or higher level in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent
• Proven technical experience in a multi-national pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, with knowledge of process engineering best practice and continuous improvement
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing team, while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Joining our client means becoming part of a forward-thinking, global organization committed to innovation and excellence. You will benefit from a collaborative environment that values professional growth, opportunities for career development, and a strong focus on operational safety and quality. The role also offers competitive rewards and the chance to lead critical projects in a regulated industry.

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Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements.