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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Onsite (Ireland)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Special Purpose Machinery / Automation / Filling & Packaging Systems

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their expanding engineering team within a fast-growing automation and special-purpose machine-building environment. This role is central to delivering innovative machinery used in filling, packaging, and advanced automated manufacturing.

The successful candidate will contribute to R&D, concept development, detailed mechanical design, and risk assessment while ensuring all design output meets regulatory, legislative, and user requirements. This position requires strong technical ability as well as a methodical, collaborative approach to engineering excellence.

Key ResponsibilitiesMechanical Design & Technical Execution

• Lead the creation of detailed mechanical designs for special-purpose machinery.
• Support R&D and concept development, producing innovative solutions for complex challenges.
• Conduct internal and external design reviews and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Implement and manage the Product Data Management (PDM) system.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and best practices in machine design and automation.

Quality, Compliance & Risk Management

• Produce designs that meet all User, Regulatory, and Legislative Requirements.
• Conduct machine risk assessments and implement safety strategies.
• Ensure GMP-compliant designs that prioritise usability, maintainability, repeatability, and efficiency.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the design lifecycle.
• Ensure design work complies with CE marking requirements using approved templates.

Project Collaboration & Workflow

• Collaborate closely with project managers, assembly teams, customers, and the wider engineering function.
• Plan and prioritise design work using approved project methodologies and workflows.
• Support continuous improvement activities within the design department.
• Monitor and report on design project status and deliverables.
• Provide technical and pricing input to the Sales & Marketing team.

Customer & Team Engagement

• Maintain strong customer relationships throughout the design process and post-installation.
• Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless transfer from design to production and commissioning.
• Support mentoring and guidance for junior engineers where required.

Skills & ExperienceEssential

• Minimum 5 years experience in a senior mechanical design role within the special-purpose automation industry.
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD modelling (SolidWorks preferred).
• Proven ability to design mechanisms and integrate advanced technologies reliably.
• Experience sizing mechanical systems for lifecycle performance.
• Strong understanding of safety requirements and risk assessment methodologies.
• Highly organised with excellent task prioritisation and time management.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Professional, detail-oriented, collaborative, and committed to engineering excellence.

Desirable

• Experience with CE marking, GMP requirements, and machine safety documentation.
• Background in filling, packaging, assembly automation, or other specialised machinery sectors.

Why This Role?

• Play a key role in developing innovative special-purpose machinery.
• Join a forward-thinking engineering team with strong growth momentum.
• Hands-on involvement from concept development to deployment.
• A collaborative environment where quality and innovation are valu

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person