Manufacturing Engineer

Hiab; Dundalk; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiab in Dundalk, Ireland, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead changes to production lines, materials, and processes without sacrificing yield or quality. The role requires strong problem solving, mechanical, design, and IT skills, plus knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement.

On-site collaboration across departments is essential. You will design and implement smarter transport stillages and packaging, use CAD for detailed specs, and help optimize material flow,

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in manufacturing/mechanical/industrial engineering.
• Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Knowledge of CAD and ERP systems.
• Experience with Lean Sigma and continuous improvement.
• Ability to solve problems independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Improve efficiency of manufacturing processes with the Engineering Team.
• Implement ECOs and New Product Development into manufacturing.
• Establish JIT practices to reduce work in progress.
• Manage new part configuration, open orders, routing and BOM updates.
• Support ECO process with stock disposition and BOM verification.
• Ensure risk assessments are thorough and maintained.
• Investigate LTI and safety incidents and improve safety practices.
• Develop SOPs reflecting safe working practices.
• Design transport stillages and packaging to boost efficiency and reduce waste.
• Use CAD to create detailed designs for stillages and containers.
• Analyze material flow to improve ergonomics and safety.
• Select materials and processes considering cost, durability, sustainability.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering(RnD), Purchasing, Quality.
• Communicate improvements and performance metrics to stakeholders.

Skills

Problem solving

Mechanical Eng

CAD software

ERP systems

BOM management

Lean Sigma

Change management

Continuous improvement

Education

Mechanical/Industrial Eng degree

Tools

CAD software

ERP systems

Job description

Hiab is the pioneer in smart and sustainable on road load handling solutions. We believe in more than just work — we believe in making a difference for our customers to building a better tomorrow. Say Hi! to your next challenge — explore the opportunity and apply below!

Your mission

As a Manufacturing Engineer you will ensure that changes to production lines, materials, and processes are well-managed and don't disrupt goals such as yield, product quality, or adherence to regulations. This role requires strong problem-solving, mechanical, design, and IT skills, along with a knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement techniques. This role also requires strong interpersonal skills to interact with multiple departments within the organisation.

This position is based in Dundalk, Ireland and is fully on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Working with the Manufacturing Engineering Team to ensure improved efficiency in our Manufacturing Processes
• Responsible for the implementation of Engineering Change Orders or New Product Development into the manufacturing environment
• Establish processes that utilise the use of JIT (Just In Time) reducing work in progress throughout the enterprise
• Responsible new part configuration and set-up, management of open production orders, manufacturing routing and master data management and assembly instruction updates
• Support the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process, ensuring optimal stock disposition, product configuration, and BOM verification
• Ensuring all risk assessments are carried out thoroughly and maintained effectively
• Supporting the investigation of LTI, near misses and other safety incidents
• Accountable for all safety incidents within manufacturing engineering
• Continuously work on engineering solutions to reduce risk in the production processes
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures within the A.I’s that encompass safe working practices
• Design and develop innovative transport stillages and packaging solutions to maximize efficiency, minimize waste, and protect products during transit and storage
• Utilize CAD software to create detailed designs and specifications for stillages, containers, and other material handling equipment
• Analyze material flow and handling processes to identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, ergonomics, and safety
• Evaluate and select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for stillages and packaging, considering cost, durability, and sustainability.
• Build strong working relationships with multiple departments, including Production, Engineering(RnD), Purchasing, and Quality
• Effectively communicate improvement initiatives, and performance metrics to stakeholders, with the goal to Improve management of inventory
• levels and maintain accurate stocking levels and BOM’s
• Develop and document procedures to minimize the environmental impact of material movement and transportation.

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ experience working within an Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering
• Degree level in Mechanical / Industrial Engineering
• Knowledge and understanding of Mechanical, Electrics/Electronics, Assembly work, Hydraulics, Assembly Instructions and Safe working practices
• Working Knowledge of CAD, with Examples of work completed
• Working knowledge in using ERP systems, BOM Management and logistics forecast and planning systems
• Ability to work on your own initiative to develop solutions to solve problems using best practices problem solving methodologies
• Continuous Improvement Mindset. Experience in Change Management preferable using Lean Sigma tools and methodologies
• Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; strives for continuous improvement of self and processes.

Please note that the process for this position is coordinated by our Recruitment team part of Hiab Business Services based in Bulgaria.

We Are Hiab

Hiab (Nasdaq Helsinki: HIAB) is a leading provider of smart and sustainable on road load-handling solutions, committed to delivering the best customer experience every day with the most engaged people and partners. As the industry pioneer, Hiab continues to make on road load-handling smarter, safer and more sustainable to build a better tomorrow.

www.hiabgroup.com