Manufacturing Engineer

TOPPAN Security; Galway; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

TOPPAN Security in Galway, Ireland is seeking a proactive Manufacturing Engineer to drive manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement in a highly regulated environment. You will lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, analyse production data, support new product introductions and maintain equipment reliability while collaborating with Quality, Operations and Maintenance teams.

This hands-on role combines practical engineering with technical problem-solving and a commitment to safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, process engineering, electronic engineering, electrical engineering, automation engineering or related discipline.
• At least 1 year's relevant experience in manufacturing engineering or related manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement principles.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root-cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience with analysing manufacturing data to improve productivity, quality, yield and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support and optimise manufacturing processes to improve productivity, quality, yield and efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Conduct root-cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Analyse data and process capability to identify improvement opportunities and cost reductions.
• Support new product introductions, process changes and new manufacturing technologies.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Collaboration

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Manufacturing

Tools

MES

SCADA

PLC systems

Vision systems

RFID tech

Job description

At TOPPAN Security, our mission is to shape a meaningful, technology-driven future by being a global leader in mission-critical identity and payment technologies.

We serve as the international development arm of the TOPPAN Group in the security domain, founded in 1900. TOPPAN is a trusted Japanese brand renowned for its commitment to exceptional quality. Building on this legacy, we combine bold ideas, deep sector expertise, and collaborative intelligence to deliver secure, future-ready solutions.

Our culture is grounded in four core values: Agility, Ownership, Resilience, and a Sense of Fun. We move fast, lead with accountability, grow through challenges, and bring positive energy into everything we do.

Join us and be part of a global, collaborative team where trust and innovation drive everything we do.

About the role and what you'll do

We are seeking a proactive Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Galway, with a strong focus on manufacturing excellence, continuous improvement and process optimisation.

The role will primarily focus on improving manufacturing processes, productivity, product quality, yield and operational efficiency within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. You will lead and support continuous improvement initiatives, apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies, and drive effective root-cause analysis to enhance production performance.

Alongside this manufacturing focus, you will bring a solid technical understanding of electronic systems, industrial automation and controls, supporting the reliability, optimisation and development of production equipment and manufacturing technologies.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys combining hands-on manufacturing engineering with technical problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

Manufacturing Engineering and Continuous Improvement

• Support and optimise manufacturing processes to improve productivity, product quality, yield and operational efficiency.
• Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and other process improvement methodologies.
• Conduct root-cause investigations, identify process inefficiencies and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Analyse manufacturing data, production performance and process capability to identify opportunities for improvement and cost reduction.
• Support new product introductions, process changes and the implementation of new manufacturing technologies.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, process specifications, work instructions and engineering change controls.
• Collaborate with Quality, Operations, Product Development and Maintenance teams to standardise processes and share best practices.
• Support process validation, qualification activities and compliance with manufacturing quality requirements.

Electronic Engineering, Automation and Controls

• Provide technical support for electronic systems, industrial controls, sensors, vision systems and automated production equipment.
• Troubleshoot electronic and automation-related issues affecting manufacturing equipment and production processes.
• Support the installation, commissioning, validation and qualification of new equipment in collaboration with suppliers and equipment manufacturers.
• Develop and support preventive maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability and uptime.
• Identify opportunities to introduce automation and technology improvements to enhance manufacturing performance.

About you

You are a hands-on and analytical engineering professional who enjoys solving technical challenges and improving manufacturing performance. You have a continuous improvement mindset, a practical approach to problem-solving and the ability to work collaboratively across different functions.

You are comfortable working in a production environment, analysing processes and data, identifying opportunities for improvement and supporting the implementation of practical solutions. You also have an interest in electronic systems and automation and understand how technology can contribute to manufacturing excellence.

Experience and knowledge

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 1 year's relevant experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, industrial engineering or a related manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes, process optimisation and continuous improvement principles.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root-cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience analysing manufacturing data and identifying opportunities to improve productivity, quality, yield and efficiency.
• Working knowledge of electronic systems, industrial automation and control systems.
• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment, PLC-controlled systems, sensors and instrumentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent continuous improvement certification.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC), PFMEA, process validation and engineering change management.
• Experience with MES, SCADA or manufacturing data systems.
• Experience with machine vision systems, RFID or smart manufacturing technologies.
• Knowledge of embedded electronic systems and PCB assemblies.
• Experience working within regulated manufacturing environments, such as secure identity, electronics, medical devices or pharmaceutical industries.

Personal attributes

• Hands-on and practical engineering approach.
• Passion for technology, manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Analytical mindset with a structured approach to problem-solving.
• Commitment to safety, quality and operational excellence.

Location, travel and eligibility

• Based on-site at our Galway facility, Ireland.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country of employment.

Ready to take the next step?

Join a global, collaborative and fast-moving environment where people, trust and innovation matter.

We'd love to hear from you!

TOPPAN Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, age, colour, religion, national origin, veteran status or disability.