REEdI Student

Tricel; Ballyspillane; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative culture

Team oriented atmosphere

Good work-life balance

Tax-free vouchers €1,500

Job summary

Tricel in Killarney, Co. Kerry, invites motivated REEdI students to join the Engineering team as a Student Engineer.

You will spend four days per week on-site, completing the final two years of your Level 8 Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering degree through the REEdI programme. Gain hands‑on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, collaborating with experienced engineers on projects that drive innovation and continuous improvement while supporting quality, safety and efficiency

Qualifications

• Currently undertaking the REEdI programme and final two years of a Level 8 Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering degree.
• Strong interest in manufacturing, engineering, and continuous improvement.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to organise work and manage multiple tasks.
• Willingness to learn and contribute in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects from concept to implementation.
• Assist with process improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Participate in problem-solving activities related to quality, efficiency, cost, and productivity.
• Contribute to equipment, tooling, and process development projects.
• Assist in gathering, analysing, and reporting engineering and production data.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Health & Safety teams.
• Prepare technical documentation, procedures, reports, and project updates.
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and continuous improvement workshops.
• Ensure all work aligns with company quality, environmental, and health & safety standards.
• Any other duties as requested.

Skills

Manufacturing interest

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

REEdI programme

Level 8 Mechanical & Manufacturing Eng degree (final two years)

Job description

• Location Ballyspillane Industrial Estate,Teernaboul,Killarney, V93 X253,Ireland
• Job Category REEdI
• Industry Manufacturing, Engineering
• Employee Type Fixed Term Part-Time

Contact information

• Contact Name Kerry

Description

Are you looking to gain real-world engineering experience while completing your degree? Tricel is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic REEdI Student Engineer to join our Engineering team in Killarney, Co. Kerry.

This unique opportunity allows students to spend four days per week working within Tricel while completing the final two years of their Level 8 Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering degree through the REEdI programme. You will gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, working alongside experienced engineers on projects that drive innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects from concept through to implementation.
• Assist with process improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Participate in problem‑solving activities relating to quality, efficiency, cost, and productivity.
• Contribute to equipment, tooling, and process development projects.
• Assist in gathering, analysing, and reporting engineering and production data.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Health & Safety teams.
• Prepare technical documentation, procedures, reports, and project updates.
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and continuous improvement workshops.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with company quality, environmental, and health & safety standards.
• Any other duties as requested.

Skills & Qualifications

• Currently undertaking the REEdI programme and the final two years of a Level 8 Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering degree.
• Strong interest in manufacturing, engineering, and continuous improvement.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to organise work effectively and manage multiple tasks.
• Willingness to learn and contribute in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

What we have on offer?

At Tricel, we care about you and your progression. As well as a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer:

• Excellent development and growth opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative culture
• A fun and dynamic work environment
• Team oriented atmosphere
• Good work, life balance
• Opportunity to work across countries and cultures
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Tax-free vouchers to the value of €1,500
• Sports and Social club
• Health and Wellbeing initiatives
• Enhanced Maternity leave

Why Join Us?

At Tricel, you will join a family‑run, award‑winning engineering company where innovation, teamwork, and practical problem‑solving are at the heart of everything we do. Headquartered in Killarney and supplying specialist products to over 50 countries, we are a global provider of high‑performance composite solutions across the Water Storage, Environmental, Construction, and Materials sectors. Your work here will make a meaningful impact—helping to create cleaner water, better environmental outcomes, and smarter engineered systems. If you are curious, proactive, and enjoy figuring out how things work (and how they can work even better!), you will thrive in an environment where ideas move from concept to advanced manufacturing. Learn more at www.tricel.eu .

Tricel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.