Our client, a leading medical device company based in Roscommon, is seeking an experienced Moulding Engineer to join their team.
The Injection Moulding Engineer will collaborate with the engineering and technician teams to develop new products and optimize moulding processes. The successful candidate will lead the specification, introduction, validation, and continuous improvement of equipment and processes, reporting directly to the Business Unit Engineering Manager.
Key responsibilities include:
* Conducting root cause analysis reports as required.
* Troubleshooting production moulds and processes when issues arise.
* Coordinating preventive maintenance activities for machines/tools and ancillary equipment.
* Generating associated moulding documentation such as SOPs, IQs/Protocols, DMRs, process travellers, and work instructions.
* Validating activities such as SIM studies and other engineering studies for new processes and moulds.
* Executing DOE for new processes.
* Creating CPARs as required.
* Collaborating with customers, suppliers, vendors, and internal teams as necessary.
* Developing project timelines and ensuring project milestones are achieved on time.
* Liaising with Toolmakers regarding projects, preventive maintenance, and spare parts programs.
* Coordinating and analyzing metrology measurements during product development phases.
* Making decisions on mould design and steel adjustments to meet tight tolerances.
* Ensuring preventive maintenance is performed on all tools.
* Organizing ongoing training activities with technicians (Internal & External).
* Researching and introducing new moulding technical concepts as appropriate.
* Familiarizing yourself with various processes to enable work across multiple product lines.
* Complying with quality and environmental management system requirements.
Job Requirements
Necessary qualifications include:
* A Level 7/8 degree in an Engineering discipline.
* 4 years' experience in an injection moulding environment.
* Preferably worked in the medical, packaging, or technological industries with process validation experience.
* Good data analysis capabilities and familiarity with statistical software (ideally Minitab).
* Knowledge of medical device validation protocols and associated documentation.
* Implementation experience of validation protocols.
* Lean and Six Sigma knowledge.
* A strong process engineering background.
* New product introduction experience.
* A team player with excellent collaboration skills.
* The ability to plan, organize, and prioritize daily work to meet established schedules.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong proficiency in statistical analysis techniques to investigate and solve problems and improve quality.