Process Engineer

Thornton Tomasetti; The Municipal District of Fermoy; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family health insurance

Excellent pension scheme

Life assurance

Career Development

Growing business plus access to many更多

Growing business plus access to many更多

Job summary

Abbott in Ireland is seeking a Process Engineer to support manufacturing operations at the Fermoy TPM site. The role focuses on administering and continuously improving production equipment maintenance systems, monitoring performance, and ensuring quality and regulatory standards are met.

You will collaborate with manufacturing, engineering and quality teams to drive safe, efficient processes, support non-conformance investigations, and deliver improvements that enhance uptime and product

Qualifications

• Third-level qualification or trade certification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Science, or related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional manufacturing environments.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Preferred: 3+ years’ experience in engineering or manufacturing.
• Experience in regulated industries such as medical devices or pharmaceuticals.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-site day-to-day demand and preventative maintenance system for production equipment.
• Monitor manufacturing performance and support the identification and implementation of process improvements.
• Support Non-Conformance Assessments within Operations, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and compliant products.
• Support equipment reliability, uptime, and production efficiency initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to 6S standards and promote a clean, safe, and organized working environment.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable corporate, divisional, quality, and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects that enhance operational performance, product quality, and manufacturing effectiveness.
• Support investigations, root cause analysis, and process troubleshooting activities as required.

Skills

Engineering degree

Analytical skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Third-level qualification in Engineering/Manufacturing/Science

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION: About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott in Ireland Abbott has maintained a strong presence in Ireland since 1946 and celebrates its 80th anniversary in the country in 2026. The company supports the Irish healthcare sector with a broad portfolio spanning diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. Today, Abbott employs more than 6,500 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.

Purpose of the Role

The Process Engineer is responsible for supporting manufacturing operations through the administration and continuous improvement of production equipment maintenance systems, monitoring production performance, and ensuring compliance with quality and operational standards. This role plays a key part in maintaining efficient manufacturing processes, supporting non-conformance investigations, and driving a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence. This role will be based at our TPM in Fermoy, Cork.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and administer the day-to-day demand and preventative maintenance system for on-site production equipment.
• Monitor manufacturing performance and support the identification and implementation of process improvements.
• Conduct and support Non-Conformance Assessments within Operations, ensuring appropriate corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and compliant products.
• Support equipment reliability, uptime, and production efficiency initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to 6S standards and promote a clean, safe, and organized working environment.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable corporate, divisional, quality, and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects that enhance operational performance, product quality, and manufacturing effectiveness.
• Support investigations, root cause analysis, and process troubleshooting activities as required.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Third-level qualification or trade certification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.
• Good communication and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Minimum of three years' experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in a regulated industry such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, or healthcare manufacturing.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems and manufacturing process controls.
• Familiarity with quality systems, non-conformance management, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Key Competencies

• Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
• Process Improvement
• Quality & Compliance Focus
• Equipment Reliability & Maintenance
• Data Analysis & Performance Monitoring
• Team Collaboration
• Communication Skills
• Safety & Environmental Awareness
• Continuous Improvement Mindset

What we Offer

Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as

• Family health insurance
• Excellent pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Career Development
• Growing business plus access to many more benefits

Connect with us at www.abbott.com or https://www.ie.abbott/, on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews.

Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.

The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY: Manufacturing DIVISION: ADC Diabetes Care LOCATION: Ireland > Cork : Sanmina Rathealy road ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 10 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Yes SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential - because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions - across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it's next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life's greatest health challenges.