Job description
SENIOR MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER
What you need to know:
Our client is a well established leading engineering company and a key supplier to some of the worlds largest pharmaceutical and food groups,
We are currently seeking to fill the key role of Senior Mechanical Design Engineer.
Your New Job :
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Duties:
Essential Requirements:
Apply for this job now or get in touch with Audrey on 051 511720, You can email Word version of your CV to audrey@matrixrecruitment.ie
By applying, you are giving consent for Matrix Recruitment to contact you about this job. We collect your data for recruitment purposes only and will retain it for the duration required as outlined in our privacy policy. All CVs are kept confidential and will not be submitted to any clients without your knowledge and permission. Please note that due to the expected high volume of applications we can only reply to applicants suitable for the position.
We Value Your Trust.
What you need to know:
Our client is a well established leading engineering company and a key supplier to some of the worlds largest pharmaceutical and food groups,
We are currently seeking to fill the key role of Senior Mechanical Design Engineer.
Your New Job :
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Duties:
- Own the mechanical design of bespoke automation and secondary packaging systems, starting from concept through to completion.
- Produce detailed 3D models, 2D manufacturing drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks (or similar CAD software).
- Specification & sourcing of off-the-shelf components.
- Work cross-functionally with Controls, Electrical, Project Management and Production teams.
- Lead Design Reviews both internally and externally.
- Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing department to optimise for cost, performance, and ease of assembly.
- Plan the work using the approved Project Methodology and Standard Work-Flows.
- Generate the required project documentation (internal and external).
- Ensure designs comply with GMP, CE, and industry-specific safety standards.
- Perform risk assessments and DFMEA.
- Mentor and coach junior mechanical designers and engineers.
- Continuously evaluate new technologies, materials, and design methodologies to improve machine performance and reliability.
Essential Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 8+ years’ experience in mechanical design, with at least 5 in automation or special purpose machinery.
- Proven track record in leading the design of complex, high-speed mechanisms and packaging equipment.
- Expert-level proficiency with 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and PDM systems.
- Strong mechanical intuition, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability
- Strong understanding of pneumatics, servo systems, cams, and mechanical drives.
- Familiarity with CE marking and machine safety standards (ISO 12100, ISO 13849, etc.).
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence across engineering and customer teams.
- Experience with coaching and mentoring of younger colleagues.
- Willingness to travel (approx. 10%) for client collaboration.
- Experience with pharmaceutical or medical device automation.
- Understanding of validation processes (e.g. DQ, FAT, SAT).
- Knowledge of vision systems and robotic integration (Delta/Cobots).
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and design-for-manufacture (DFM).
- FEA and motion simulation experience (e.g., SolidWorks Simulation, Ansys).
- Leadership experience on cross-functional project teams.
Apply for this job now or get in touch with Audrey on 051 511720, You can email Word version of your CV to audrey@matrixrecruitment.ie
By applying, you are giving consent for Matrix Recruitment to contact you about this job. We collect your data for recruitment purposes only and will retain it for the duration required as outlined in our privacy policy. All CVs are kept confidential and will not be submitted to any clients without your knowledge and permission. Please note that due to the expected high volume of applications we can only reply to applicants suitable for the position.
We Value Your Trust.
