Engineering Manager

I’m currently working with a leading designer and manufacturer of containment and aseptic systems for the global pharmaceutical industry to hire an Engineering Manager based in Cork.

This is a key leadership position overseeing the Mechanical Design Engineering team, driving excellence in project delivery, process improvement, and customer satisfaction across a range of GMP-compliant equipment solutions.

As Engineering Manager, you’ll lead a multidisciplinary design function responsible for developing precision-engineered systems used by major pharmaceutical manufacturers worldwide. You’ll manage project delivery from concept through to manufacture, ensuring outputs meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

This role is ideal for a hands-on leader with a background in mechanical design and project-based manufacturing who thrives on translating complex customer requirements into robust engineering outcomes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and develop a high-performing Mechanical Design team, ensuring project delivery meets scope, quality, budget, and schedule.
• Work cross-functionally with Project Management, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Quality teams to align technical deliverables with project goals.
• Drive continuous improvement across design workflows, documentation standards, and engineering processes.
• Champion design efficiency through standardisation, modularisation, and the effective use of CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks).
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration within the engineering function.
• Support business growth by delivering customer-centric solutions and maintaining strong communication with key stakeholders.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 10+ years’ experience in mechanical design, preferably in a project-based manufacturing or equipment design environment.
• Proven leadership and team management experience, with a track record of delivering complex technical projects.
• Strong understanding of GMP design principles and experience working within pharma, life sciences, or high-spec manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidEdge, SolidWorks) and engineering documentation.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.

If you are looking for a new and refreshing role or have any questions about the position, then give me a call, drop me a message, or apply directly below and get ahead of the crowd! I look forward to hearing from you.

For a confidential discussion about this role, or to apply, send your CV to Corey@ApexGlobalResources.com or call me, Corey Buckley, Recruitment Consultant – Head of Life Sciences – US/Europe, at +353 (87) 283 9994. Please feel free to visit my LinkedIn profile to see my references/recommendations