Senior Manufacturing Engineer

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Job Function:

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:

Manufacturing Engineering

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Limerick, Ireland

Job Description:

About the Role

This is a great opportunity for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support manufacturing operations in a regulated production environment.

In this role, you will support manufacturing processes, equipment, quality, and continuous improvement activities. You will work with cross-functional teams to help resolve production issues, improve process performance, and ensure manufacturing operations remain safe, efficient, and compliant.

What You’ll Do

As Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will:

− Support day-to-day manufacturing operations by monitoring process performance and helping to resolve equipment or process issues.

− Assist with process improvements to enhance safety, quality, yield, and efficiency.

− Work with operations, quality, maintenance, and other support teams to implement practical engineering solutions.

− Participate in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for process or equipment issues.

− Support validation, change control, and documentation activities in line with site quality requirements.

− Contribute to continuous improvement projects and support the introduction of new equipment or process changes as needed.

What You’ll Bring

Essential:

− A bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Process, Automation, or a related Engineering discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

− 2+ years of engineering work experience post qualification.

− Good problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while supporting a wider team.

− Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work across functions.

− Good attention to detail and a structured approach to documentation and compliance.

− A practical approach to analysing issues and supporting improvements in manufacturing performance.

Key Competencies

We’re looking for someone who brings:

− A solid understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering fundamentals.

− A collaborative approach and willingness to learn from others.

− A proactive attitude and the ability to support multiple tasks in a manufacturing environment.

− Good organisational skills and a focus on quality, safety, and compliance.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Accelerating, Analytical Reasoning, Coaching, Communication, Facility Management, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Lean Manufacturing Principles, Lean Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT), Problem Management, Project Engineering, Project Schedule, Report Writing, Safety-Oriented, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Technologically Savvy

The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

€52,400.00 - €82,915.00

Benefits:

In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.