Product & Process Engineer

Sonova AG

Location: Tullamore
Work arrangement: On-site
Job type: Full-time
Posted 8 days ago

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Key skills in this ad

Skills and tools

Manufacturing
Procurement
Lean
Project management
SAP
CAD

Experience

At least 3–5 years

Languages

English

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

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About this role

How do you turn engineering changes into well-managed projects and continuously better manufacturing processes?

As our Product and Process Engineer based in Tullamore, Ireland , you will take ownership of post-launch engineering and Product Lifecycle Management activities, coordinating changes across products, materials and manufacturing processes.

With around 90% of the role focused on project and process management, you will bring structure to complex engineering initiatives, align cross-functional stakeholders and keep projects moving toward their goals. In return for your engineering expertise, strong organization and project leadership skills, you will have the opportunity to drive meaningful improvements across products and manufacturing processes while working in an international environment.

More about the role

Lead and coordinate post-launch and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) activities, ensuring engineering projects and changes are delivered effectively and on time.

Manage cross-functional engineering projects involving changes to products, raw materials and manufacturing processes, bringing together stakeholders across Engineering, Operations, R&D, Procurement and other functions.

Own and coordinate Engineering Change activities, including Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), supplier Product Change Notices and the associated documentation and ERP processes.

Drive continuous improvement across products and manufacturing processes using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve quality, efficiency, cost and delivery.

Identify and lead cost-saving and Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives across products and production processes.

Maintain accurate product master data and ensure engineering changes are properly documented, implemented and communicated.

Manage multiple priorities simultaneously, bringing structure to change, keeping stakeholders aligned and ensuring teams remain focused on the most important project deliverables.

More about you

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering or a related engineering discipline – an engineering degree is essential for this position.

At least 3–5 years of relevant experience within Manufacturing, Process, Industrial or Product Engineering, ideally in a production environment.

Strong background in project management , with demonstrated experience independently coordinating complex, cross-functional engineering projects and leading change.

Practical experience with Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies and a track record of applying continuous improvement principles in an engineering or manufacturing environment.

Experience with Engineering Change Management and working with ERP systems; experience with SAP, JD Edwards or similar platforms is an advantage.

Highly organized, autonomous and solution-oriented, with strong communication skills and the ability to prioritize, adapt to change and keep teams and stakeholders focused.

Fluent English and confidence working across functions and cultures; AutoCAD, automation experience, project management certification, Lean/Six Sigma certification and German are considered advantages.

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