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Junior R&D Engineer

  • Sector: Engineering
  • Contact Email: emma.cawley@collinsmcnicholas.ie
  • Job Ref: 23463

R&D Engineer (Medical Devices)

Full-time | Permanent | Galway | Hybrid

We are partnering with a leading company in the medical device industry to find a talented R&D Engineer for an exciting role in Galway. If you are passionate about innovation in medical technology and want to work in a cutting-edge, collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. This role offers career growth, a supportive team, and a dynamic work setting in a new state-of-the-art facility.

About the Role

As an R&D Engineer, you will play a crucial part in developing innovative solutions for medical interventions. You’ll be involved in designing, testing, and improving products while adhering to international standards and regulations. This is a great opportunity to further your career in the medical device industry, working closely with cross-functional teams to drive excellence in product development.

Key Responsibilities

As an R&D Engineer, you will:

  • Design, develop, and provide technical input to R&D projects following ISO13485 and FDA 21 CFR 820 regulations.

  • Lead packaging development and testing for new and existing products.

  • Develop, document, and validate test methods and train relevant teams.

  • Support manufacturing processes using DFSS and DFM principles.

  • Analyse and summarise test data, presenting findings to project leaders.

  • Apply Six Sigma and other problem-solving techniques to improve product design.

  • Collaborate with the QA department to develop test, verification, and validation procedures.

  • Manage documentation, protocols, and reporting for R&D tasks, keeping stakeholders informed.

Essential Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Biomedical, OR a related scientific discipline.

  • At least 1 year of experience as an R&D Engineer in the medical device industry.

  • Strong knowledge of biomechanics, mechanical design, and analysis.

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.

  • Generous employer-contributed pension scheme.

  • Private medical insurance for you and your family.

  • Paid sick leave and group life cover.

  • 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with tenure.

  • Active Sports & Social events calendar.

  • Hybrid working with flexible start and finish times.

  • Ongoing professional development and educational support.

For more details on this role, feel free to reach out to Emma Cawley

emma.cawley@collinsmcnicholas.ie

Kindly note that, given the expected high volume of applications, we can only respond to candidates whose qualifications closely match the specific requirements of the role. We genuinely value your interest in this opportunity and thank you for your understanding.