Manufacturing Engineer

Alternative Heat Ltd; Ireland; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Alternative Heat Ltd is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to enhance assembly operations. The successful candidate will work to improve efficiency, product quality, and support new product introductions.

This role involves analyzing assembly processes, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and leading continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Engineering and have experience in manufacturing settings.

Qualifications

• Experience in assembly processes and manufacturing operations.
• Strong analytical skills to identify improvement opportunities.
• Ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Analyze assembly processes for safety and efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve assembly issues.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and root cause analysis.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Problem-solving

Process analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Assembly tooling

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

Application Deadline: 19 June 2026

Department: Contracts

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Alternative Heat Head Office

Reporting To: Operational Excellence Manager

Description

Team Overview: The Contracts department oversees the delivery and execution of projects from initial mobilisation through to completion and handover. Acting as the bridge between design, commercial, and on site teams, the department ensures that all contractual obligations are met while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. With a focus on planning, resource coordination, and problem‑solving, the Contracts team plays a key role in ensuring our projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the satisfaction of our clients.

Role Overview: The Manufacturing Engineer will support and enhance our assembly‑based manufacturing operations. This position focuses on increasing efficiency, improving product quality, minimizing waste, and assisting with new product introductions in a fast‑paced production environment. We are looking for a proactive, detail‑oriented individual to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Head Office

Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm and Friday 8am-3pm

Salary: Competitive Depending on Experience

Responsible to: Operational Excellence Manager

What You'll be Doing

• Analyse current assembly processes to identify opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, and product quality.
• Work closely with multi‑disciplinary assembly teams to resolve assembly issues and eliminate barriers to production flow.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem‑solving methodologies, including carrying out root cause analysis for defects and assembly‑related issues.
• Collaborate with assembly teams to design, specify, and implement jigs, fixtures, and tooling that support safe and efficient assembly operations.
• Troubleshoot equipment, tooling, and fixture issues to minimise downtime and maintain production efficiency.