Process Engineer

Job description

Job information

Job title:

Process Engineer

Department:

Engineering

Reports to:

Director of Engineering & Programme Management

Level:

Mid

Location:

Leixlip, Co. Kildare, Ireland

Working pattern:

Full time

Date created/revised:

11.11.2026

Validated by:

Snr Director of HR, Director of Engineering & Programme Management

Purpose of the job

To assist the Engineering and Production teams to continuously improve the manufacture of product by designing, operating and implementing optimal moulding, tooling and automation processes that maintain efficiency, reduce cost, improve sustainability and maximise profitability. The Process Engineer provides technical expertise to ensure that current and future projects run in accordance with company and customer standards and specifications.

Key responsibilities

Area of responsibility 1:

Responsible for the successful execution of Process Engineering projects designed to deliver robust and optimized manufacturing processes, as well as the provision of day-to-day technical support and expertise to the Production teams

Area of responsibility 2:

Conduct product investigations; equipment and process related trouble-shooting, and root cause analysis, implementing appropriate corrective and preventative actions where necessary.

Assist the timely introduction of new products and/or processing technologies from development stage through to routine full-scale manufacture, ensuring a cost effective, compliant and robust process is achieved

Area of responsibility 3:

Assist the introduction and validation of new tooling & equipment to include the completion of validations and documentation where required.

Support the introduction and transfer of new moulds into production.

Area of responsibility 4:

Liaise with external toolmakers and equipment suppliers in relation to critical technical specifications.

Support all departments, particularly Quality and Tooling, in relation to Engineering changes.

Area of responsibility 5:

Provide technical support and expertise as required to achieve process optimisation and/or new product introduction.

Area of responsibility 6:

Make process decisions based on risk and the interpretation of data sets ensuring consultation and communication with stakeholders.

Area of responsibility 7:

Ensure highest Quality & Compliance standards, participating and complying with the Quality Management System.

Required qualifications, skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Third level qualification in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Manufacturing Systems, Polymer Processing, or similar)

Experience

• Have extensive and directly relevant experience as a seasoned Process Engineer in high-volume injection moulding manufacturing, including demonstrable process validation and project management experience.

• Have experience in validation activities from design & FAT right through to PQ

• Experience using MS Project to track & deliver moulding/tooling/automation projects would be a distinct advantage

Knowledge/skills

• Be proficient in the use of Lean Manufacturing principles (SMED, Six Sigma, etc.).

• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to successfully manage stakeholder relationships.

• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Have comprehensive knowledge of QMS principles (preferably ISO 13485)

• Have strong information management, analytical and numerical skills with a high level of attention to detail.

• Be a team player and capable of working independently and on own initiative.

• Be well-organised, highly self-motivated and capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced, pressurised environment.

Desirable criteria

• Ability & Willingness to travel

Competencies and behaviours

Competency 1:

Problem Solving

Competency 2:

Communication & Presentation

Competency 3:

People Management & Teamwork

Competency 4:

Planning and Organisation

Decision-making authority

Decision-making responsibility 1:

Train, coach and mentor colleagues (e.g. Technicians, Supervisors, etc.) on new technologies and/or manufacturing processes.

Decision-making responsibility 2:

Apply a project management approach to successfully deliver projects and process improvements on time and in budget, while appropriately managing risk & demonstrate a high level of accountability and ownership for both personal and team performance

Key relationships

Internal:

Management, Engineering, Quality, Production, Warehouse, Tooling, Maintenance

External:

Clients, Suppliers, Stakeholders

Physical/environmental demands

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasionally exposure to moving mechanical parts and heavy machinery.

• Required to wear appropriate PPE as required

• May occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.

• The noise level is usually loud.

Basic salary and complementary and variable pay components

Basic salary range:

DOE

Complementary and variable pay components:

Subsidised healthcare plan, private pension scheme, discounted access to onsite gym and canteen facilities

Equal opportunities statement

MGS are committed to ensuring equal pay for equal work and work of equal value for all employees. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and that each worker feels respected and able to give their best. The job requirements and salary range for this job have been established through a gender-neutral job evaluation and classification process. This process objectively assesses the skills, responsibility, effort and working conditions required for each job. This systematic approach ensures fair pay regardless of who performs the work. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race or ethnicity, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.