Finite Element Analysis Engineer

PE Global; Limerick; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

PE Global is recruiting a Finite Element Analysis Engineer for a leading multinational client based in Limerick. This onsite, 12-month contract role focuses on supporting equipment/process development, validation activities, and continuous improvement within a GMP/medical device manufacturing environment.

The candidate will contribute to root-cause analysis, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration, applying analytical techniques and project management skills to deliver

Qualifications

• Requires a relevant degree in production, manufacturing or mechanical engineering.
• 2–4 years' experience in a relevant engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Perform project management tasks for small to medium scale projects involving either new or existing equipment.
• Assist in determining the budget to support requirements.
• Evaluate or assist in evaluating technology necessary to support requirements.
• Propose options to Management/Customer/Stakeholders.
• Support and/or develop and execute equipment or process related validations in accordance with IML requirements, processes and procedures.
• Assist in negotiation with equipment suppliers.
• Utilize project tools to manage projects successfully.
• Develop equipment, process and product knowledge to be recognised as a local expert.
• Measure/evaluate equipment efficiencies and downtime and assist in maintenance development.
• Propose and implement improvement projects to improve compliance, efficiency, yields or throughputs.
• Define root cause and implement solutions to non-conformances using NCMR and CAPA processes.
• Interface with cross-functional teams and support day-to-day operating requirements.
• Implement safety/environment requirements on purchases and changes of equipment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Problem solving

Statistical methods (ANOVA)

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Production/Manufacturing

Tools

URS

Microsoft Project

Job description

PE Global are recruiting a Finite Element Analysis Engineer for a leading multi-national client in Limerick. This onsite role is based on an initial 12-month contract.

Job Purpose:

Provide engineering support in developing new or improving existing equipment and/or process related activities. Assist in defining process equipment requirements and specifications based on process requirements, safety requirements and customer needs.

Responsibilities:

Main areas of responsibility:

• Perform project management tasks for small to medium scale projects involving either new or existing equipment
• Assist in determining the budget to support requirements
• Evaluate or assist in evaluating technology necessary to support requirements
• Propose options to Management/Customer/Stakeholders
• Support and/or develop and execute equipment or process related validations in accordance with IML requirements, processes and procedures
• Assist in negotiation with equipment suppliers
• Utilize necessary project tools, i.e. URS, Microsoft Project, etc. to manage projects successfully
• Develop the necessary equipment, process and product knowledge to be recognised as a local expert.
• Measure/evaluate equipment efficiencies, downtime and assist in the development of maintenance requirements
• Propose and implement improvement projects that improve compliance, improve efficiencies, yields or throughputs
• Define root cause and implement solutions to equipment and process related non-conformances utilising the NCMR and CAPA processes
• Actively interfacing with cross-functional team members, always practicing good team work in support of day to day operating requirements
• Implementation of safety/environment requirements on purchase and changes of all new and existing equipment.

Education and Experience Required for Role

• Hold a relevant degree or equivalent qualification in production, manufacturing or mechanical engineering.
• 2 - 4 years' experience in relevant engineering role
• Prior experience in a GMP or medical device manufacturing environment
• Prior experience in equipment and process validation activities
• Familiar with ISO safety standards
• Previous experience in the use of 'black belt' statistical techniques would be a distinct advantage, as would familiarity with equipment validation in a FDA environment
• Have statistical process control and capability analysis using ANOVA and
• Ability to apply a scientific approach to problem solving, blending analytical
• and experimental skills to maximize productivity and yields is an essential requirement.

Other Skills and Attributes

• Develop good working relationships across the business
• Ability to motivate and lead - must be team orientated
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Good project management and communication skills.

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland***