An exciting opportunity has arisen with my client in Galway for a Design Engineer to join a dynamic R&D team within a leading company specializing in Marine, Agri, Civils, and Material Handling solutions. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing and developing innovative products, as well as contributing to machine, component, and mould design projects. This role offers the chance to be involved in concept development, re-engineering, and product enhancement in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage projects related to new product development and the enhancement of existing products.
- Develop product designs based on technical specifications.
- Design rotational mould tools in line with provided technical requirements.
- Implement design for manufacture and design for assembly techniques.
- Conduct and participate in technical reviews of requirements, specifications, designs, and codes.
- Prepare product specification sheets, bills of materials, and marketing literature.
- Document designs and specifications in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 QMS and CE Marking EN1090.
- Conduct product testing to verify design functionality.
- Ensure all designs adhere to relevant national and international legislation.
- Collaborate with external suppliers to drive cost reductions.
- Perform any additional duties as required by management.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's degree (L8) in a relevant discipline, preferably Mechanical Engineering.
- 2-3 years of relevant experience.
- Results-driven with a proven track record of delivering successful projects.
- Strong knowledge of quality management systems, ISO 9001:2015, and CE Marking EN1090.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Commercial awareness and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD and PTC Creo.
- Strong technical report-writing skills.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Adaptability and a proactive approach to changing project requirements.
- Effective multitasking and prioritization skills.