Senior Process Development Engineer – Galway, Ireland
Contractor Role

Exciting Opportunity to Advance Your Career in the Heart of Ireland's MedTech Hub

Role Overview
The Senior Process Development Engineer will play a pivotal role in the New Product Development (NPD) team, contributing to the creation and optimisation of minimally invasive catheter shaft solutions. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams and customers, driving innovation and ensuring seamless project execution from initial concept through to commercial release.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Development: Lead the development of catheter shafts, managing projects from feasibility to validation and production transfer.
• Process Optimisation: Identify and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with PMO, Operations, Quality, and other teams to ensure smooth process integration and development.
• Customer Engagement: Build strong relationships with customers, providing technical leadership during calls and site visits.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Address design and process challenges during feasibility, development, validation, and manufacturing.
• Documentation & Compliance: Prepare comprehensive documentation aligned with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Innovation: Champion continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to new methodologies, technologies, and solutions.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and innovation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Level 8 degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field.
• Industry Experience: At least 5 years of experience in a Medical Device New Product Development (NPD) environment.
• Core Expertise: Proven proficiency in catheter shaft manufacturing techniques, including braiding, coiling, thermal reflow, and bonding.
• Methodologies: Experience with Lean Six Sigma, Design of Experiments (DOE), and process optimisation tools such as Minitab.
• Material Knowledge: Understanding of biocompatible metals and polymers.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead teams through FMEA, DOE, engineering studies, and validation processes.
• Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, capable of engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Why Join This Team?

• Be part of a globally recognised MedTech leader in Galway, the heart of Ireland's medical device industry.
• Work on innovative projects that make a tangible difference in healthcare.
• Enjoy professional development in a supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Live and work in County Galway, renowned for its natural beauty, rich culture, and vibrant community.

Take the next step in your engineering career by joining an organisation that values innovation, quality, and teamwork. This role offers the perfect balance of professional challenge and an outstanding quality of life in beautiful Galway.

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