Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Sigmar Recruitment; Cork; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment is supporting a high-volume, technology-driven manufacturing operation in Cork to recruit a Manufacturing Engineering Technician on a permanent basis. The role is hands-on and focused on keeping production equipment operating reliably while supporting new equipment installations.

You will work closely with production, engineering and quality teams to resolve technical issues, perform planned and reactive maintenance, and contribute to continuous improvement projects that

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical/electromechanical troubleshooting ability.
• Hands-on experience with industrial production or automated equipment.
• Good understanding of fault-finding, preventative maintenance and problem-solving.
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-first approach.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider engineering team.
• Willingness to work a rotating shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Keep production equipment operating reliably through planned and reactive maintenance.
• Investigate faults, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Support the introduction, installation and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and quality teams to resolve technical issues and improve equipment performance.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to boost efficiency, reliability and reduce downtime.
• Maintain spare-parts availability and support equipment records.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Industrial equipment

Preventive maintenance

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Rotating shifts

Education

NFQ Level 6 qualification

Job description

About Your New Employer

We're supporting a high-volume, technology-driven manufacturing operation in Cork as it continues to expand its engineering and production capability.

This is a hands-on technical position within a busy manufacturing environment, offering exposure to modern automated equipment and opportunities to develop your engineering skills.

About Your New Job

As the Manufacturing Engineering Technician, you will:

• Keep production equipment operating reliably by carrying out planned and reactive maintenance.
• Investigate equipment faults, identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions.
• Support the introduction, installation and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment.
• Work closely with production, engineering and quality teams to resolve technical issues and improve equipment performance.
• Take part in continuous improvement projects focused on efficiency, reliability and reducing downtime.
• Maintain appropriate spare-parts availability and support technical documentation and equipment records.

What Skills You Need

• NFQ Level 6 qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Electronics, Mechatronics or a related technical discipline — qualified trades candidates with strong industrial experience will also be considered.
• Strong mechanical / electromechanical troubleshooting ability.
• Hands-on experience working with industrial production or automated equipment.
• Good understanding of fault-finding, preventative maintenance and problem-solving.
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-first approach.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider engineering team.
• Willingness to work a rotating shift pattern.

Desirable Experience

Experience with any of the following would be beneficial:

• Automation, robotics or PLC-controlled equipment
• Pneumatics and hydraulics
• Electrical systems and controls
• Vision systems
• Workshop machinery / machining
• High-volume or regulated manufacturing
• Equipment installation, commissioning or qualification

What’s on Offer

• €40,000-€50,000 + shift allowance, depending on experience.
• Permanent role within a growing technical manufacturing environment.
• Opportunity to develop your skills across automation, maintenance and manufacturing engineering.
• Ongoing technical development and progression opportunities.