Manufacturing Engineer (IE)

Biopharma Careers; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Astellas is seeking a skilled engineer for on-site work in Tralee, Ireland, with hybrid work options under the company flexibility guidelines. The role focuses on installing, maintaining and troubleshooting biologics manufacturing equipment in GMP environments.

Responsibilities include developing procedures, leading problem solving, supporting validation, and contributing to lean manufacturing while gaining expertise in aseptic filling and lyophilization systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required.
• Experience in biologics/pharmaceutical manufacturing and GMP environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily technical equipment support and troubleshooting.
• Develop procedures and training to improve equipment operation.
• Lead technical problem solving and process improvement initiatives.
• Support validation protocol development and execution.
• Contribute to lean manufacturing and cross functional alignment.
• Gain expertise in aseptic filling and lyophilization systems.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

About Astellas

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com .

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?

Working Environment and Location

This position is 100% onsite in Tralee, Ireland.

At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

Purpose and Scope

Responsible for installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of biologics manufacturing equipment, ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory standards while supporting process improvements and equipment performance optimization.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provide daily technical equipment support and troubleshooting.
• Develop procedures and training to improve equipment operation.
• Lead technical problem solving and process improvement initiatives.
• Support validation protocol development and execution.
• Contribute to lean manufacturing and cross functional alignment.
• Gain expertise in aseptic filling and lyophilization systems.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in biologics/pharmaceutical manufacturing and GMP environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with aseptic filling and lyophilization processes.
• Strong collaboration, communication and problem solving skills.

Benefits

• Careers | Astellas

Why Astellas

Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.

Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.

Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.

A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.

Our Organisational Values and Behaviours

• Integrity
• Innovation
• Impact
• One Astellas
• Accountability
• Courage
• Sense of Urgency
• Outcome Focus

Organizational Focus

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.