Graduate Engineer - Ballydine

MSD Ireland; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD Ireland is offering a Graduate Engineer Rotation as part of the Graduate Development Program at Ballydine, Ireland. This full-time placement provides hands-on experience in API and OSD manufacturing with exposure to scale-up, validation, and product transfer.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, applying engineering principles, data analytics, and continuous improvement to deliver robust manufacturing solutions and career development at a world-class site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with 2:1 in a relevant engineering/science discipline.
• Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes and quality systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership supporting API/OSD commercialization activities.
• Support scale-up, validation, and launch of new therapies at Ballydine.
• Lead process and equipment optimisation projects to increase yields.
• Collaborate with Process Development and Commercialisation teams for transfers.
• Drive data analytics and digital tools to enable operational excellence.

Skills

Chemical Engineering

Process Engineering

Data Analytics

Problem Solving

Project Management

Manufacturing Scale-Up

Collaboration

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree 2:1

Job description

Graduate Engineer – Graduate Development Program

Location: Ballydine, Ireland

Job Description

Graduate Engineer – Graduate Development Program

Location: Ballydine, Ireland

Duration: Graduate Development Program (Full-time)

About Our Company

Ballydine is a world‑class pharmaceutical manufacturing site located in Co. Tipperary, Ireland. It serves as our premier global hub for the commercialization of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), spray‑dried intermediates (SDI), and oral solid dose (OSD) drug products. With cutting‑edge technology, a strong culture of collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, Ballydine plays a critical role in bringing life‑changing medicines from development to market. As part of our Graduate Development Program, you will gain hands‑on experience, develop your technical expertise, and contribute to cutting‑edge projects that shape the future of healthcare.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Graduate Engineer Rotation to join our dynamic team at Ballydine. This role offers a unique chance to develop your career in a fast‑paced, innovative environment, working alongside industry experts who are passionate about science, technology, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do

• Provide strong technical leadership in support of API and oral solid dose (OSD) commercialization activities, including daily operational oversight, troubleshooting, and resolution of complex manufacturing challenges to ensure seamless product launch and sustained production performance.
• Operate within Ballydine, the company’s premier global site for commercialization of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), spray‑dried intermediates (SDI), and oral solid dose (OSD) drug products, supporting the successful scale‑up, validation, and launch of new therapies across diverse modalities.
• Lead initiatives focused on process and equipment optimisation to enhance product quality, increase yields, and improve throughput.
• Collaborate closely with the Process Development and Commercialisation teams to integrate new products into the Ballydine facility, whether through new process development or product transfer from other manufacturing sites.
• Partner with research teams on late‑stage process development projects, helping to translate innovative science into scalable manufacturing solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement projects using data analytics and digital tools to support operational excellence.

What Skills And Qualifications You Will Need

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree 2:1 in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, or related scientific disciplines.
• Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality systems.
• Excellent communication skills, including technical writing and the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Problem‑solving skills with a proactive, analytical mindset.
• Experience or interest in digital technologies, data analytics, and their application in manufacturing environments.
• A collaborative attitude and eagerness to learn and grow within a multidisciplinary team.

Why Join?

• Career Development: Participate in a structured Graduate Development Program designed to accelerate your professional growth through mentorship, training, and cross‑functional projects.
• Impact: Contribute directly to manufacturing medicines that improve and save lives globally.
• Innovation: Work in a cutting‑edge facility that embraces new technologies and continuous improvement.
• Culture: Be part of a supportive, inclusive team that values diversity, creativity, and collaboration.

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Required Skills

Career Development, Career Development, Chemical Engineering, Continuous Process Improvement, Data Analysis, Data Analytics, Digital Analytics, Digital Technology, Engineering Design, Engineering Standards, Estimation and Planning, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing Scale‑Up, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mentorship, Operational Excellence, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Professional Engineering, Project Management, Self Motivation {+ 2 more}

Employee Status

Project Temps (Fixed Term)

Relocation

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

Shift

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

N/A

Job Posting End Date

09/19/2026