Project Engineer

Project Engineer

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Engineer to support the design, specification, installation, and management of engineering projects across multiple manufacturing sites internationally. This role is central to improving performance, efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness of production systems through best practice methodologies and innovative solutions.

The Company

A market-leading global manufacturing group with a reputation for high-quality, sustainable products and continuous investment in its people, processes, and facilities. Operating to world class engineering, quality, and safety standards, the company is committed to driving operational excellence through innovative engineering solutions across its sites.

The Role

Reporting to Divisional Engineering Project Managers, you will lead and support engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to design specifications, legislative compliance, and budget control. You will work closely with site teams, contractors, and other disciplines to deliver both capital investment projects and ongoing improvements to manufacturing processes. This role will involve international travel.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning, managing, and commissioning minor and major engineering projects.
• Producing engineering designs and project deliverables to agreed standards.
• Identifying and resolving recurring equipment faults, implementing improvement measures.
• Managing full Capex project lifecycle, including budgets and resource allocation.
• Partnering with other sites and disciplines to deliver cross-functional projects.
• Reviewing maintenance, upgrades, and compliance of production machinery.
• Installing and modifying equipment to optimise performance.
• Ensuring all project work meets health, safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Preparing engineering reports and maintaining compliance with ISO accreditations.

The Person

You are a technically strong and solutions-focused engineer with a proven track record in project delivery and cross-site engineering support.

• Minimum 5 years' experience in an engineering role - project engineer, manufacturing engineer, process engineer, design engineer or similar
• Experience in project management, planning, installation, and commissioning.
• Ability to read and interpret 2D & 3D engineering drawings, including P&IDs.
• Strong knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• CAD proficiency and familiarity with electrical installation standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

The Package

• €55k - €70k DOE
• Healthcare
• Pension and benefits package
• 25 days leave
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• Involvement in multi-site, high-impact projects

Location

Multi-site role with a primary base at the group's manufacturing facilities in Cavan. Travel to other sites will be required.

Our client is open to some hybrid working when based in Ireland, so candidate living in Dublin, Meath, Westmeath, Louth, Monaghan, Leitrim or neighbouring counties are welcome to apply.