Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Johnson & Johnson | Vision; Limerick; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Vision in Limerick, Ireland, is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop and optimize manufacturing processes for eye health products. You will analyze production performance, drive improvements, and support new product introductions while collaborating with Quality, R&D and Operations teams.

The role requires a strong background in manufacturing/industrial/mechanical engineering, hands-on experience with processes and machining, and proven regulatory

Qualifications

• Strong background in Manufacturing Engineering and Industrial Engineering.
• Solid understanding of Mechanical Engineering principles applied to manufacturing equipment and product design.
• Hands-on experience with Manufacturing Processes and Machining.
• Proven experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably medical devices or healthcare technology.
• Familiarity with quality systems, regulatory requirements, and health and safety standards in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes to support high-quality production of eye health products.
• Analyze production performance and implement process improvements.
• Support new product introductions and collaborate with Quality, R&D, and Operations.
• Lead problem-solving activities and root cause analysis for process issues.
• Document engineering changes and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Manufacturing Processes

Machining

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree or professional certifications (advantage)

Job description

Company Description

Johnson & Johnson | Vision, part of Johnson & Johnson MedTech, is a global leader in eye health focused on the full spectrum of pediatric, adult, and aging eyes. Each year, the organization supports eye health needs for more than 44 million patients worldwide, addressing inequities in access to care through innovative solutions. The team is committed to reimagining and delivering comprehensive eye care that meets the unique needs of every patient, from contacts to cataracts. A unified, global organization collaborates across disciplines to support patients at every stage of their eye health journey. Through cutting-edge innovation, scientific expertise, and advanced technologies, Johnson & Johnson | Vision serves as a trusted partner delivering dependable outcomes for customers and patients.

Role Description

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer role is a full-time, on-site position based in Limerick. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to support high-quality production of eye health products. Day-to-day tasks include analyzing production performance, implementing process improvements, supporting new product introductions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Quality, R&D, and Operations. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will lead problem-solving activities, drive root cause analysis for process issues, and ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards. The role also involves documenting engineering changes, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Manufacturing Engineering and Industrial Engineering, with experience optimizing production systems and workflows.
• Solid understanding of Mechanical Engineering principles applied to manufacturing equipment, tooling, and product design support.
• Hands-on experience with Manufacturing Processes and Machining, including process setup, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related field); advanced degree or professional certifications are an advantage.
• Proven experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably medical devices or healthcare technology.
• Demonstrated skills in data analysis, root cause investigation, and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams, communicate clearly, and lead projects from concept through implementation.
• Familiarity with quality systems, regulatory requirements, and health and safety standards in manufacturing.