Research & Development Engineer

Freudenberg; Carrick-on-Shannon; Sur place; EUR 42 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Freudenberg is seeking an engineer to create product and tooling drawings to support quotes, prototyping, and process development, and to develop concepts from concept to design freeze. The role also involves providing technical support to Sales and Marketing and assisting in quotations.

You will respond to customer inquiries with clear written and verbal communication, transfer products to manufacturing, and lead Lean improvement initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science (Mechanical, Biomedical, Manufacturing, Automation, or related field).
• Experience with CAD systems (ideally Solid Edge).
• 2–3 years’ experience in the medical device industry preferred.
• Knowledge of extrusion-based catheter assemblies is an advantage.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Junior/Associate roles available for candidates with limited experience - support and co-signing provided.

Responsabilités

• Create product and tooling drawings to support quotes, prototyping, and process development.
• Develop and present product and process concepts, including prototypes.
• Provide technical support to Sales and Marketing and assist in creating quotations.
• Respond to customer enquiries with clear written and verbal communication.
• Design and develop new products, materials, equipment, and processes from concept to design freeze.
• Manage projects to meet timelines, cost targets, and technical deliverables.
• Transfer new products to manufacturing and support validations and staff training.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean tools (3P, 5S, DMAIC, Six Sigma).
• Mentor and support junior engineers and technical staff.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Technical teams as needed.
• Support activities such as CAPAs, audits, and validations.
• Ensure health, safety, environmental, and energy standards (ISO 45001, 14001, 50001) are integrated into design and development.

Connaissances

CAD proficiency (Solid Edge)

Medical device industry experience

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated multitasking

MS Office (Excel PowerPoint Word)

Junior/Associate roles available

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science

Outils

Solid Edge CAD

Description du poste

Working at Freudenberg

We will wow your world!

Responsibilities

Create product and tooling drawings to support quotes, prototyping, and process development Develop and present product and process concepts, including prototypes Provide technical support to Sales and Marketing and assist in creating quotations Respond to customer enquiries with clear written and verbal communication Design and develop new products, materials, equipment, and processes from concept to design freeze Manage projects to meet timelines, cost targets, and technical deliverables Ensure full compliance with Quality, Regulatory, Health & Safety, and documentation requirements Transfer new products to manufacturing and support validations and staff training Drive continuous improvement using Lean tools (3P, 5S, DMAIC, Six Sigma) Mentor and support junior engineers and technical staff Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Technical teams as needed Support activities such as CAPAs, audits, and validations Ensure health, safety, environmental, and energy standards (ISO 45001, 14001, 50001) are integrated into design and development

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science (Mechanical, Biomedical, Manufacturing, Automation, or related field) Experience with CAD systems (ideally Solid Edge) 2–3 years’ experience in the medical device industry preferred Knowledge of extrusion-based catheter assemblies is an advantage Strong communication and interpersonal skills Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Junior/Associate roles available for candidates with limited experience - support and co-signing provided

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

VistaMed Ltd. Welcome to Freudenberg Without Freudenberg, indoor air would not be as clean, cars would not drive and wounds would not heal as quickly. And these are just three examples from thousands of our applications. Working at Freudenberg: \"We will wow your world!\" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.