Engineering Manager
About the role
Engineering Manager
Location: Galway, Ireland Employment Type: Permanent / Full-Time Department: Operations Reports To: Operations Director
Role Overview The Engineering Manager will lead and develop the engineering team while driving operational performance, continuous improvement, and delivery of engineering objectives aligned with business goals.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing engineering team.
Manage engineering priorities, resources, and project delivery.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, OEE, and process optimisation.
Support preventative maintenance and operational excellence activities.
Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, and other departments.
Drive effective problem-solving, root cause analysis, and corrective actions through the QMS.
Monitor KPIs, budgets, and departmental performance.
Support internal and external audits.
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Engineering (preferably Polymer or Mechanical).
Lean and/or Six Sigma qualification preferred.
5+ years’ experience in a similar engineering leadership role.
Proven people management and stakeholder engagement experience.
Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Key Competencies
Leadership and team development
Continuous improvement mindset
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Project and operational management
Decision-making and problem-solving capability
Working Environment
Standard office and manufacturing environment.
Occasional travel and after-hours support may be required.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a growing engineering environment.
Collaborative and cross-functional culture.
Professional development and career growth opportunities.
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