6 Chemical Process jobs in Ireland

Manager, Process/Projects Engineering - County Wexford. This role is a vital member of the Engineering Group, responsible for managing diverse projects, driving process improvements, R&D initiatives, process development, scale-up activities, and providing manufacturing support across the facility. Acting as the process engineering subject matter expert, this position will play a key role in the facility's operations and strategic initiatives, including: Process Safety: Operating within an Upper Tier HSA Seveso establishment, this role is critical in maintaining and enhancing process safety standards. Manufacturing Expertise: The manufacturing process involves unit operations such as separation, filtration, and blending. Knowledge of these techniques will be essential for ensuring efficient and optimized processes. Sustainability and Carbon Neutrality: With the facility advancing its ambitious Sustainability and Zero Carbon program, this role will contribute significantly by developing innovative approaches to utility usage and energy efficiency in support of processing requirements. Key Responsibilities: Prepare technical project proposals, including budgets, for inclusion in site capital plans, ensuring feasibility and justification prior to approval submission. Manage project implementation, achieving goals on time and within budget while leading multi-disciplinary, cross-department project teams using a structured approach to project management with clear reporting on program, cost and issues Manage external engineering consultancy and contracting firms through all phases of large capital project delivery, including scope development, tendering, negotiation, contract award, and performance monitoring. Drive technology transfer projects from other sites within the company. Lead and participate in cross-functional process improvement teams focused on enhancing manufacturing performance in areas such as quality, productivity, and cost optimization. Support R&D, process development, and scale-up activities as required. Provide prompt and effective process support for operations, technical teams, and engineering departments to resolve issues and complete tasks. Collaborate with operations, technical, and engineering teams to identify future process enhancement opportunities and develop capital investment plans with sound business justifications. Oversee Management of Change (MOC) activities, ensuring compliance with company and industry standards for safety, quality, and engineering. Interact with scientific/regulatory personnel from government agencies as required Manage and maintain all relevant engineering documentation, ensuring data is up-to-date and supports company programs while safeguarding proprietary information and assets. Skills and Experience required: Degree in Mechanical, Process or Chemical Engineering is essential At least 10 years experience in a high-tech, large volume, manufacturing environment, typically beverages, pharmaceuticals, food or healthcare Ability to lead capital and/or high-profile projects that involve cross-functional teams and to be able to manage large budgets, multiple suppliers and/or team members Demonstrated ability to manage design and construction management contracts in the process industry Ability to use engineering principles to troubleshoot existing area/plant layouts and design, plant equipment, control systems and installation/maintenance issues in an efficient and effective manner Experience and knowledge of the design and development of integrated automation systems, knowledge and skill in selecting instrumentation for process control and standards used in the development of process control systems Knowledge of industry standard installation methods for electrical power Knowledge of project management principles and the ability to apply the techniques and tools to develop/plan manage or execute projects or workplans to ensure successful completion Experience of Capital Projects (specification, design, installation, commissioning, cost control, purchasing, contract, planning & scheduling, risk analysis & avoidance etc) Be fully familiar with all regulatory and Best Practice with respect to Construction, Design & Management, Atex Regulations, Safety, Pressure Regulations, Permit Procedures, Building Regulations, HAZOP, COMAH, Seveso, Electrical Regulations, etc. Experience of Change Management in relation to delivering Process Safety. Good knowledge of Process Control and Automation of PLC, Device Net, Control Net, Ethernet and related equipment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent planning, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills, with ability to manage and prioritise multiple conflicting demands Skills: project engineer project manager process

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Engineering Automation position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.
The Director of Engineering will develop and drive Process Automation in providing technical expertise in the design, prototyping, assembly, development, and troubleshooting of innovative automation system in partnership with R&D and NPD groups. Continuing to innovate and improve by extracting more opportunities and benefit from automation technology.
**How you'll make an impact:**
+ Initiate and lead the design, prototyping, assembly, development, and troubleshooting of highly complex automation systems in support of R&D, New Product Development / Introduction, instilling DFM.Lead in identifying risk, developing mitigation strategies, alternative solutions, resolving issues, etc. in collaboration with cross functional groups and key stakeholders.Oversee, inspire, and develop SMEs, and retain a technical talent to ensure automation knowledge continuity and knowledge transfer capabilities from Singapore site to the global. Develop a robust talent development plan in alignment with functional growth strategies of the department.
+ Manage resource planning, project planning, budgeting, expense priorities, performance management, and working through team managers to achieve results.
+ Identify opportunities for and drive the development and management of multiple, highly complex automated systems that resolve manufacturing and/or product inspection challenges.
+ Provide insight to stakeholders on current automation capabilities to ensure they are reusable in broader initiatives while developing new capabilities
+ Build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring collaboration, professionalism and cooperation against scope, timelines and budget for strategic automation program activities.
+ Embrace Agile Methodology and working efficiently with ambiguity.
+ Responsible for the tactical execution of value stream mindset and culture of continuous improvement based on Edwards Production System (EPS)
**What you'll need to have (Required):**
+ Minimum Bachelors degree in Engineering or related
+ Experience in Automation deployment
+ Track record in management of technical and/or automation disciplines and/or agile methodology
+ Experience working in a regulated industry
**What else we look for (Preferred):**
+ Proven successful project management leadership skills
+ Proficient in both Microsoft Office Suite and Solidworks
+ Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills including high discretion/judgment in decision making
+ Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives
+ Determines or effectively recommends course of action after considering potential risks of alternatives
+ Ability to read and interpret drawings per ASME Y14.5
+ Ability to translate technical information to all levels of the organizations
+ Experience in PLC logic and programming, and integration of sensors, sub-systems, and controllers Preferred
+ Experience in development, integration, and programming of Vision Systems Preferred
+ Extensive knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to controls engineering
+ Demonstrated ability to work with teams to complete critical milestones under pressure with short deadlines
+ Expert knowledge and understanding of mechanical design & machine building practices
+ Expert understanding of fixture development & system integration
+ Expert understanding of materials and manufacturing processes
+ Extensive understanding of Six Sigma concepts with proven ability to apply to projects
+ Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Engineering Automation position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future. The Director of Engineering will develop and drive Process Automation in providing technical expertise in the design, prototyping, assembly, development, and troubleshooting of innovative automation system in partnership with R&D and NPD groups. Continuing to innovate and improve by extracting more opportunities and benefit from automation technology. How you'll make an impact: Initiate and lead the design, prototyping, assembly, development, and troubleshooting of highly complex automation systems in support of R&D, New Product Development / Introduction, instilling DFM. Lead in identifying risk, developing mitigation strategies, alternative solutions, resolving issues, etc. in collaboration with cross functional groups and key stakeholders. Oversee, inspire, and develop SMEs, and retain a technical talent to ensure automation knowledge continuity and knowledge transfer capabilities from Singapore site to the global. Develop a robust talent development plan in alignment with functional growth strategies of the department. Manage resource planning, project planning, budgeting, expense priorities, performance management, and working through team managers to achieve results. Identify opportunities for and drive the development and management of multiple, highly complex automated systems that resolve manufacturing and/or product inspection challenges. Provide insight to stakeholders on current automation capabilities to ensure they are reusable in broader initiatives while developing new capabilities Build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring collaboration, professionalism and cooperation against scope, timelines and budget for strategic automation program activities. Embrace Agile Methodology and working efficiently with ambiguity. Responsible for the tactical execution of value stream mindset and culture of continuous improvement based on Edwards Production System (EPS) What you'll need to have (Required): Minimum Bachelors degree in Engineering or related Experience in Automation deployment Track record in management of technical and/or automation disciplines and/or agile methodology Experience working in a regulated industry What else we look for (Preferred): Proven successful project management leadership skills Proficient in both Microsoft Office Suite and Solidworks Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills including high discretion/judgment in decision making Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives Determines or effectively recommends course of action after considering potential risks of alternatives Ability to read and interpret drawings per ASME Y14.5 Ability to translate technical information to all levels of the organizations Experience in PLC logic and programming, and integration of sensors, sub-systems, and controllers Preferred Experience in development, integration, and programming of Vision Systems Preferred Extensive knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to controls engineering Demonstrated ability to work with teams to complete critical milestones under pressure with short deadlines Expert knowledge and understanding of mechanical design & machine building practices Expert understanding of fixture development & system integration Expert understanding of materials and manufacturing processes Extensive understanding of Six Sigma concepts with proven ability to apply to projects Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Engineering Automation position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.
The Senior Manager will develop Process automation in providing technical expertise in the design, prototyping, assembly, development, and troubleshooting of innovative automation system in partnership with R&D and NPD groups. Continuing to innovate and improve by extracting more opportunities and benefit from automation technology.
**How you'll make an impact:**
+ Lead the design, prototyping, assembly, development, and troubleshooting of highly complex automation systems in support of New Product Development / Introduction, instilling DFM.Lead in identifying risk, developing mitigation strategies, alternative solutions, resolving issues, etc. in collaboration with cross functional groups and key stakeholders.
+ Lead and develop SME's and retain a technical talent to ensure automation knowledge continuity and knowledge transfer capabilities from the Ireland site to Delivery System Network. Develop a robust talent development plan in alignment with functional growth strategies of the department.
+ Manage resource planning, project planning, budgeting, expense priorities, performance management, and working through team managers to achieve results.
+ Identify opportunities for and drive the development and management of multiple, highly complex automated systems that resolve manufacturing and/or product inspection challenges.
+ Provide insight to stakeholders on current automation capabilities to ensure they are reusable in broader initiatives while developing new capabilities.
+ Write and submit successful proposals for automation and digital grant funding to external agencies.
**What you will need to have (Required):**
+ Minimum Bachelors degree in Engineering or related
+ Experience in Automation deployment
+ Track record in management of technical and/or automation disciplines and/or agile methodology
+ Experience working in a regulated industry
**What else we look for (Preferred):**
+ Proven successful project management leadership skills
+ Proficient in both Microsoft Office Suite and Solidworks
+ Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills including high discretion/judgment in decision making
+ Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives
+ Determines or effectively recommends course of action after considering potential risks of alternatives
+ Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
+ Ability to translate technical information to all levels of the organizations
+ Experience in PLC logic and programming, and integration of sensors, sub-systems, and controllers Preferred
+ Experience in development, integration, and programming of Vision Systems Preferred
+ Extensive knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to controls engineering
+ Demonstrated ability to work with teams to complete critical milestones under pressure with short deadlines
+ Expert level of knowledge and understanding of mechanical design & machine building practices
+ High level of understanding of fixture development & system integration
+ High level of understanding of materials and manufacturing processes
+ Extensive understanding of Six Sigma concepts with proven ability to apply to projects
+ Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Engineering Automation position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future. The Senior Manager will develop Process automation in providing technical expertise in the design, prototyping, assembly, development, and troubleshooting of innovative automation system in partnership with R&D and NPD groups. Continuing to innovate and improve by extracting more opportunities and benefit from automation technology. How you'll make an impact: L ead the design, prototyping, assembly, development, and troubleshooting of highly complex automation systems in support of New Product Development / Introduction, instilling DFM. Lead in identifying risk, developing mitigation strategies, alternative solutions, resolving issues, etc. in collaboration with cross functional groups and key stakeholders. Lead and develop SME ' s and retain a technical talent to ensure automation knowledge continuity and knowledge transfer capabilities from the Ireland site to Delivery System Network . Develop a robust talent development plan in alignment with functional growth strategies of the department. Manage resource planning, project planning, budgeting, expense priorities, performance management, and working through team managers to achieve results. Identify opportunities for and drive the development and management of multiple, highly complex automated systems that resolve manufacturing and/or product inspection challenges. Provide insight to stakeholders on current automation capabilities to ensure they are reusable in broader initiatives while developing new capabilities. Write and submit successful proposals for automation and digital grant funding to external agencies. What you will need to have (Required): Minimum Bachelors degree in Engineering or related Experience in Automation deployment Track record in management of technical and/or automation disciplines and/or agile methodology Experience working in a regulated industry What else we look for (Preferred): Proven successful project management leadership skills Proficient in both Microsoft Office Suite and Solidworks Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills including high discretion/judgment in decision making Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives Determines or effectively recommends course of action after considering potential risks of alternatives Ability to read and interpret technical drawings Ability to translate technical information to all levels of the organizations Experience in PLC logic and programming, and integration of sensors, sub-systems, and controllers Preferred Experience in development, integration, and programming of Vision Systems Preferred Extensive knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to controls engineering Demonstrated ability to work with teams to complete critical milestones under pressure with short deadlines Expert level of knowledge and understanding of mechanical design & machine building practices High level of understanding of fixture development & system integration High level of understanding of materials and manufacturing processes Extensive understanding of Six Sigma concepts with proven ability to apply to projects Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.