Project Engineer

Project Manager / Project EngineerFull-timeWexfordAbout the Company

Our client is a leading designer and producer of robotic and packaging solutions, delivering high-performance automation systems to the Pharmaceutical, Life Science, and Food sectors worldwide. Their innovative solutions enable customers to significantly increase efficiency and competitiveness. With an expanding international customer base, they are growing rapidly and are seeking an ambitious Project Manager or Project Engineer to join their team.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Production & Project Management, you will take ownership of delivering automation and full-line projects from order confirmation to installation at the customer’s site. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams across fabrication, build, electrical wiring, programming, and commissioning, while maintaining strong relationships with clients and ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This role offers high visibility and the opportunity to contribute to a strategic growth area of the business, with significant career development potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Own project scope, schedule, and budget from initiation to SAT.
• Manage complex projects involving mechanical, electrical, and software work packages.
• Coordinate design, fabrication, assembly, wiring, and commissioning teams.
• Lead FAT & SAT processes, ensuring full compliance with user requirements.
• Maintain proactive communication with customers, managing expectations and resolving issues.
• Prepare progress and final reports for internal and client use.
• Ensure all solution documentation meets specification requirements.
• Support customer testing requirements, including sample delivery coordination.

Essential Requirements

• 3+ years’ experience in project delivery (Project Engineer / Project Manager).
• Proven track record delivering projects involving manufacturing equipment (packaging, automation, etc.).
• Strong client relationship management skills.
• Experience managing complex, multi-discipline projects.
• Engineering degree and ERP system experience.
• Commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in Pharma or Food industries.
• Background in automation or machine building.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical validation requirements (URS, DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ, FDS, RTM).
• Project management certification (PMP, Agile, etc.).

Why Apply?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a market leader in automation solutions at an exciting stage of growth. You’ll work on high-impact projects for global clients, gain exposure across multiple technical disciplines, and enjoy excellent career progression opportunities.