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Senior Project Manager

  • On-site
    • Wicklow, Ireland
  • Engineering (Continuous Improvement / Lean / Projects)

Job description

A rapidly expanding manufacturer within the medical device sector is seeking to hire a Senior Project Engineer to support new product introduction projects. This role will form part of the Engineering team and work closely with Quality, Operations, and off-site manufacturing sites. The position is suited to a self-starter who can adapt to changing business needs and deliver projects in a controlled and timely manner.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Develop project objectives in line with customer and internal requirements, engaging with customers and management as needed.

  • Assess project risk, forecast potential issues, and implement risk reduction strategies.

  • Develop and manage project schedules, sequencing project elements and calculating time requirements.

  • Communicate assigned tasks to internal and external project team members.

  • Coordinate with the project team to ensure delivery per schedule.

  • Obtain quotations, compile project costings, and provide reports to management.

  • Review design, specifications, and schedule changes, recommending actions as required.

  • Prepare project status reports by collecting, analysing, and summarising information.

  • Prioritise and manage workload across parallel projects.

  • Liaise with manufacturing sites and subcontractors on project activities.

  • Support manufacturing operations to ensure smooth project handover into production.

  • Collaborate with Quality to ensure delivery of customer requirements.

Job requirements

  • Degree in Mechanical, Process, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent.

  • 7–10 years’ relevant experience in a continuous manufacturing environment.

  • Proven technical project management experience.

  • Client-facing project delivery experience in a contract manufacturing environment.

  • Strong knowledge of technical and product development processes.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects to scope, budget, and schedule.

  • Experience influencing decision-making in technical meetings with customers and cross-functional teams.

  • Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills.

  • Experience in scope creep and project change management.

  • Solution-oriented, with the ability to forecast and communicate technical challenges.

Software & Tools:

  • Proficiency in MS Project and Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Experience with SolidWorks (or equivalent).

  • Proficiency in statistical analysis tools such as Minitab.

Desirable:

  • Project management qualification.

  • Lean Green Belt certification.

  • Experience in medical device or other regulated manufacturing environments.

  • Knowledge of polymers, injection moulding, tooling design, and process development.

  • Knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

Immediate interviews available for suitable candidates.

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