R&D Engineer, Medical Devices (Intermediate)

Abbott Laboratories; Clonmel; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Ireland is seeking an R&D Engineer to join its vascular division in Clonmel/Sligo and help advance next‑generation medical devices. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to move concepts from early development through verification, validation, and manufacturing transfer, contributing to patient‑focused healthcare innovations.

You will work hands‑on in a fast‑paced environment, driving prototypes using advanced manufacturing technologies, and applying DFM and Six Sigma to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/ Biomedical/ Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years in the medical device sector with experience in product development, design engineering, and process development.
• Strong CAD skills, preferably using SolidWorks.
• Hands-on prototyping and product development experience.
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
• Experience with manufacturing technologies such as injection moulding, extrusion, additive manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of innovative medical devices.
• Drive projects through the product development lifecycle from concept generation to manufacturing transfer.
• Develop and evaluate prototypes using injecting moulding, extrusion, polymer and metal 3D printing, and rapid prototyping technologies.
• Apply Design for Manufacturability principles to ensure successful scale‑up from development to production.
• Lead and support process development activities for robust manufacturing solutions.
• Use Six Sigma or structured problem‑solving methods to investigate technical challenges and implement solutions.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical, and Supply Chain teams to deliver outcomes.
• Support material selection, supplier engagement, and sourcing for prototype and manufacturing.
• Prepare and present technical reports, design reviews, and project updates to stakeholders.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives and explore emerging technologies for future products and processes.
• Participate in product verification, validation, and risk management per medical device regulations.

Skills

Product Development

Design Engineering

Process Development Engineering

Hands-on Prototyping

Six Sigma / Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Abbott Ireland is seeking an R&D Engineer to join its vascular division in Clonmel/Sligo and help advance next‑generation medical devices. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to move concepts from early development through verification, validation, and manufacturing transfer, contributing to patient‑focused healthcare innovations.

You will work hands‑on in a fast‑paced environment, driving prototypes using advanced manufacturing technologies, and applying DFM and Six Sigma to