R&D Engineer

Hero Recruitment; Tipperary; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an R&D Engineer for a 6-month contract in Tipperary. The role involves supporting Sustaining Engineering projects, collaborating with teams to ensure product quality, and maintaining compliance. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree and at least two years of medical industry experience. Strong skills in test method development, organization, and communication are essential. For further inquiries, please contact the recruitment agency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering or relevant field.
• 2+ years of experience in the medical industry focusing on design controls.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Sustaining Engineering projects and activities.
• Collaborate with Operations to achieve product cost targets.
• Maintaining product quality and compliance.
• Contribute to project planning for Sustaining projects.

Skills

Mechanical R&D experience

Test method development and validation

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Collaborative skills

Education

Hons bachelor’s degree in engineering

Minimum 2 years medical industry experience

Job description

R&D Engineer - Level P1-P3 (Eng I to Eng III)

Mechanical R&D experience required.

Either Sustaining or new products development.

Duration: 6 month contract with opportunity to extend.

Location: Tipperary.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting Sustaining Engineering projects and activities: Collaborating with Operations team to achieve product standard cost targets, Supporting product line expansions to achieve revenue growth opportunities, Maintaining product quality, safety and compliance.
• Supports Design Transfer activities from New Product R&D to Sustaining Engineering and Production.
• Partners with teams in problem-solving and driving efficient technical decisions.
• Supports the development of product performance specifications and validated test methods.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to identify and support the resolution of technical issues.
• Supports design related CAPA projects, Value Improvement Projects (VIP), business continuity projects, as well as corporate strategic projects.
• Supports change management including R&D Engineer I/II/III process, Design, Supplier Change, and New Product Introduction.
• Develops and implements supporting documentation in compliance with QSR and GMP and in alignment with the cross‑functional team.
• Contributes to project planning in support of Sustaining projects and activities.
• Maintains compliance with all regulations governing the quality systems.

Education & Experience

• Hons bachelor’s degree in engineering or other related technical field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 year’s medical industry experience with design controls and process validation.
• Test method development and validation. Strong organizational, communication, and collaborative skills.

Our Vision

To be recognised as the best STEM Contracting & Permanent Recruitment company and the Employer of Choice for top performing Recruiters.

For further information on this role please contact Geraldine Gormally on 0861071395 / [e-mail]

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