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:

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support manufacturing performance, process capability, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced, highly automated, and regulated manufacturing environment.

In this role, you will provide strong engineering support across manufacturing operations, helping to improve process capability, equipment performance, quality, and output. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, deliver engineering projects, and implement practical, compliant solutions that support safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing.

What You’ll Do

As Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will:

− Support the deployment of manufacturing and automation solutions that improve process capability, equipment performance, quality, and output within assigned manufacturing areas.

− Support the design, installation, qualification, optimisation, and improvement of manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and controls.

− Provide troubleshooting support for process and equipment issues using structured problem-solving, data analysis, and sound engineering judgement.

− Partner with operations, quality, maintenance, validation, supply chain, and other engineering teams to implement robust and compliant manufacturing solutions.

− Identify and deliver continuous improvement initiatives that enhance yield, reduce cost, increase capacity, and improve manufacturing performance.

− Lead or support technical projects from concept through implementation, ensuring clear execution, risk management, and timely communication of progress and outcomes.

− Ensure timely and effective completion of Quality System deliverables including CAPAs, non-conformances, audit actions, change controls, and associated technical documentation.

− Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements are fully integrated into the design, purchase, modification, and operation of new and existing manufacturing equipment.

− Support plant and engineering strategic initiatives by bringing technical expertise, urgency, and execution focus to critical business priorities.

− Champion a culture of environmental, health, and safety excellence by ensuring all activities are carried out responsibly and in full compliance with site and company expectations.

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.

− Minimum of 4 years’ engineering experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, with demonstrated capability in troubleshooting, process improvement, and project delivery.

− The ability to take ownership, work independently, and deliver results in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

− Strong communication, teamwork, and project execution skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions.

− Excellent attention to detail, sound technical judgement, and strong documentation discipline.

− Good analytical and problem-solving capability, with the ability to apply data, engineering principles, and structured methods to improve productivity, quality, and yield.

Key Competencies

We’re looking for someone who brings:

− Strong technical capability with the ability to support manufacturing teams, share knowledge, and contribute to improved engineering standards.

− Sound technical judgement and decision-making ability, with the capacity to assess risk and prioritise work in line with business, quality, and operational needs.

− Data-driven and analytical approach, including the use of structured problem-solving and manufacturing performance data to support decision-making and continuous improvement.

− Ability to communicate clearly, build strong working relationships, and collaborate effectively across functions.

− A proactive, resilient, and hands-on approach, with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and commitment to delivering results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

− Commitment to continuous improvement, standardisation, and practical engineering solutions that strengthen manufacturing performance.

 

 

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.