Senior R&D Engineer

Sigmar Recruitment; Galway; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hands-on development

Start-up environment

Professional development

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment is seeking a Senior R&D Engineer in Galway to lead design and development of cutting-edge medical devices. The role is onsite at our Galway facility and involves translating design inputs into innovative concepts, selecting materials, and driving prototypes through testing and documentation.

You will engage with clinicians and vendors, support risk management and regulatory activities, and mentor junior team members, contributing to early-stage product development and eventual

Qualifications

• Honours degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in medical device design and development (including CAD, prototyping, and testing).
• Broad and deep knowledge of engineering principles with strong technical and design abilities.

Responsibilities

• Translate design inputs into concepts, designs, specifications and test plans.
• Select materials, assembly methods and processes to maximize performance and manufacturability.
• Develop and assess prototypes, execute test protocols and document findings.
• Drive project objectives to meet timeline, performance and cost targets.
• Collaborate with vendors, suppliers and contractors to advance development and manufacturing.

Skills

Engineering degree

CAD

Prototyping

Testing

Medical device design

Communication

Education

Honours degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering

Job description

Senior R&D Engineer

About Your New Employer

• Be part of an innovative start-up focused on developing cutting-edge medical devices that address critical healthcare needs.
• This is a full-time, onsite role based in Dangan, Galway.
• Work in an agile environment where your ideas directly impact product development and patient outcomes.
• Partner with experienced professionals and clinicians, gaining exposure to pioneering projects and high-growth potential.

About Your New Job

As a Senior R&D Engineer,youwill:

• Translate design inputs into innovative concepts, detailed designs, specifications, and test plans.
• Select optimal materials, assembly methods, and processes to maximize product performance and manufacturability.
• Develop and assess prototypes, execute rigorous test protocols, and document findings to solve technical challenges.
• Drive project objectives, meeting timeline, performance, and cost targets.
• Collaborate with external vendors, suppliers, and contractors to advance development and manufacturing initiatives.
• Engage directly with clinicians to understand clinical practices, contribute to training materials, and ensure user needs are embedded in designs.
• Support risk management and regulatory compliance activities throughout the product lifecycle.
• Assist with CAPA processes and complaint investigations to enhance product safety and reliability.
• Lead aspects of the product development cycle, from concept generation to commercialization.
• Participate in clinical studies, providing actionable feedback to optimize product design.
• Support generation of product files and documentation for quality compliance, including risk management and design verification/validation.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to intellectual property development.
• Ensure alignment with Quality Management Systems requirements.

What Skills You Need

• Honours degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in medical device design and development (including CAD, prototyping, and testing).
• Broad and deep knowledge of engineering principles with strong technical and design abilities.
• Creative problem-solving skills and ability to work proactively.
• Excellent written, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
• Experience mentoring and developing other team members is highly valued.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work hands-on in early-stage product development, directly influencing medical innovations.
• Collaborative start-up environment with exposure to clinicians, vendors, and leading-edge technologies.
• Professional development, training, and career advancement opportunities.