Process Engineer

Process Engineer – Manufacturing (Pharma/Med Device)

📍 Tipperary | 🕒 Permanent

We are currently partnering with a leading, highly regulated manufacturing organisation to recruit a Process Engineer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a site that is investing heavily in new technology, equipment, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This role will suit someone who enjoys being hands-on on the production floor, working closely with operations to drive process performance, troubleshoot issues, and support new product introductions.

The Role

As Process Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day manufacturing while also driving improvements across processes, equipment, and product quality.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide hands-on technical support to manufacturing operations
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues to minimise downtime and improve performance
• Support and lead process validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Work on continuous improvement initiatives to optimise yield, efficiency, and cost
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and equipment implementation projects
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, and Engineering teams
• Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and implement effective CAPAs
• Ensure compliance with GMP, regulatory, and quality standards
• Support documentation including SOPs, batch records, and validation protocols

About You

We are looking for a practical, solutions-driven engineer who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical or similar)
• 2+ years’ experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (pharma or medical device preferred)
• Strong hands-on process / manufacturing support experience
• Experience with process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Proven ability in problem-solving, RCA, and continuous improvement
• Comfortable working closely with production teams on the floor
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary + bonus
• Healthcare & pension
• Opportunity to work in a highly collaborative, hands-on environment
• Strong exposure to NPI, validation, and process improvement projects
• Clear career progression opportunities