Technical Manager

We are seeking an experienced Technical Manager (Engineering) to lead the engineering function at a well-established precision engineering and manufacturing operation in Shannon. Reporting to the CEO, you will provide technical leadership across manufacturing engineering, process improvement, engineering projects and maintenance/facilities, helping to drive operational performance and support the company’s continued growth. Key Responsibilities: (full job spec on request) Lead and develop the manufacturing engineering function, with responsibility for a team of 3–4 initially. Drive process optimisation, continuous improvement, Lean initiatives and OEE improvement. Lead NPI, process transfers, engineering changes and technical projects. Provide senior technical support for complex engineering and production issues, including root cause analysis and CAPA. Oversee tooling, fixtures, equipment and process validation. Work closely with Production and Quality teams to improve efficiency, reduce waste and increase capacity. Support the reliability and development of plant infrastructure and facilities, including utilities, HVAC, compressed air and electrical systems. Manage external contractors, consultants and service providers on engineering and facilities projects. Lead engineering change management activities where required. Support facility upgrades, expansion projects and the ongoing development of the site. Ensure engineering activities meet relevant HSE, quality and regulatory requirements. What We’re Looking For Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. 7+ years’ experience within a manufacturing/engineering environment. Strong experience in precision machining, metal processing or advanced manufacturing. Proven experience leading engineering projects and delivering measurable improvements. Strong knowledge of Lean/Continuous Improvement and structured problem-solving techniques. Previous experience leading technical teams and working cross-functionally. Experience with maintenance, facilities or plant infrastructure would be an advantage. Knowledge of utilities such as MV electrical, compressed air, HVAC or oxygen systems would be beneficial. For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contactAisling Lane View email address on click.appcast.io 021-4320675 #J-18808-Ljbffr