374 Design Development jobs in Ireland

Kayfoam is a leading bed manufacturer operating within the independent and group retail sectors. As a subsidiary of Leggett and Platt Furniture Company, one of the largest global organizations in the bedding industry, we uniquely own our foam, mattress, and bed manufacturing facilities. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence in our products, and we are currently seeking a forward-thinking Product Design/Development Engineer to drive our design initiatives.

As a Product Design/Development Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in pioneering innovative product designs that meet the evolving needs of our customers while adhering to sustainable practices. You will collaborate closely with the sales team to ensure our product offerings align with market demands, emphasizing eco-friendly materials and processes.

So, what will you be doing as a Product Design/Development Engineer?

• Design and develop mattress and bedding products from concept to production, with a strong focus on environmentally friendly practices.
• Collaborate with the sales team to gather insights and feedback, translating them into innovative design specifications that meet customer expectations.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses to evaluate new product ideas, placing emphasis on materials and manufacturing processes.
• Create detailed design documentation, including specifications, schematics, and prototypes that reflect our commitment to innovation.
• Test and evaluate prototypes, making necessary adjustments based on performance data and sales feedback, while ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
• Participate in trade shows and promotional events to showcase our products.
• Maintain accurate records of product distribution and performance in collaboration with the sales and marketing team, focusing on the impact of innovative designs.

To Be Successful In This Role, You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Product Design, Mechanical Engineering, Furniture Design, or a related field.
• A minimum of 4-5 years of experience in product design and development, with a focus on innovation and sustainable design solutions.
• Familiar with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and other design tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a passion for design and customer needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively interacting with sales teams and management.
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and product testing methodologies.
• Creative mindset with a passion for innovation and a commitment to environmentally responsible design.

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At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life
Medtronic
At Medtronic, we value what makes you unique. Be part of a company that thinks differently to solve problems, make progress, and deliver meaningful innovations.

Our Purpose
Cardiac Ablation Solutions (CAS) is an Operating Units within the Cardiac portfolio at Medtronic. At CAS, we are developing next generation medical technologies that treat patients with abnormal heart rhythms. Our technologies save lives and improve the quality of living for millions of patients across the world by advancing innovation for the diagnosis and ablation of cardiac arrhythmias and enabling clinicians to perform procedures with superior outcomes. Our growing and innovative portfolio provides solutions that advance and enhance care.

Our team support the creation our market-leading portfolio of innovations. Combine the best of your experience with training and mentorship to move

forward. If you want a challenging, energizing, rewarding career that changes

lives, join us. Help us bring the next generation of life-changing medical

technology to patients worldwide.

Come for a job, stay for a career
A Day in The Life Of:

• As a Principal engineer you will actively participate in all areas of new product development including the following: Design, Technology development & advancement, Automation, Vendor management & Project management.
• Provide leadership in technical innovation across the department
• Required to progress a project from concept phase into commercialisation phase and play a key role on the product /process /engineering /leadership fronts.
• Required to resolve technical challenges with existing processes and technologies.
• You will use Design, Reliability & Manufacturability(DRM) or similar methodology, 3-D drawing/printing and Augmented reality to develop best-in-class technologies for the manufacture of our new medical device product ranges.
• You will collaborate with cross functional teams to define, execute and deliver on New Product Development requirements.
• You will lead teams driving technology process innovation with emphasis on improving quality, reducing variation and developing state of the art automated and semi-automated systems.
• You will lead and support process development, characterization and validation activities to support new product introduction.
• Partake in cross site Technical Forums and build a network within the technical community.
• Define and implement strategic goals in the technical community in line with the business unit strategy.

Key Skills & Experience

• Third Level 8 Degree or higher in Electronic, Electrical, Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or related discipline and desirably with 7+ years' experience in a similar role.
• This role is primarily technical in nature; thus we seek someone who is passionate about Engineering concepts and principles – someone who gets a thrill from how and why things work.
• You are experienced with medical device product and process development and have a strong proven track record in innovation and project/program management.
• You are a seasoned professional in engineering development withextensive engineering knowledge and skills in some or all of the following: Concept development and selection, technology evaluation, driving innovative solutions to complex problems, process design and development, materials (polymers and metals), design for six sigma principles, CAD (Solidworks preferred), statistical techniques, process validation and control.
• Dynamic team player and can work effectively and proactively on cross-functional teams.
• Good communicator and fluent in English, with a high level of enthusiasm and motivation.
• Good organizational, presentation and project management skills are necessary.
• You are a proven influencer and exhibit skills in driving large scale technical initiatives.

Medtronic Offer a Competitive Salary And Flexible Benefits Package
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Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

About Medtronic
We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.

Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.

We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here

A Day in The Life Of:

• As a Principal engineer you will actively participate in all areas of new product development including the following:
• Design
• Technology development & advancement
• Automation
• Vendor management
• Project management
• Provide leadership in technical innovation across the department
• Required to progress a project from concept phase into commercialisation phase and play a key role on the product /process /engineering /leadership fronts.
• Required to resolve technical challenges with existing processes and technologies.
• You will use Design, Reliability & Manufacturability(DRM) or similar methodology, 3-D drawing/printing and Augmented reality to develop best-in-class technologies for the manufacture of our new medical device product ranges.
• You will collaborate with cross functional teams to define, execute and deliver on New Product Development requirements.
• You will lead teams driving technology process innovation with emphasis on improving quality, reducing variation and developing state of the art automated and semi-automated systems.
• You will lead and support process development, characterization and validation activities to support new product introduction.
• Partake in cross site Technical Forums and build a network within the technical community.
• Define and implement strategic goals in the technical community in line with the business unit strategy.

Responsibilities

• Third Level 8 Degree or higher in Electronic, Electrical, Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or related discipline and desirably with 7+ years' experience in a similar role.
• This role is primarily technical in nature; thus we seek someone who is passionate about Engineering concepts and principles – someone who gets a thrill from how and why things work.
• You are experienced with medical device product and process development and have a strong proven track record in innovation and project/program management.
• You are a seasoned professional in engineering development with extensive engineering knowledge and skills in some or all of the following:
• Concept development and selection
• Technology evaluation
• Driving innovative solutions to complex problems
• Process design and development
• Materials (polymers and metals)
• Design for six sigma principles
• CAD (Solidworks preferred)
• Statistical techniques
• Process validation and control
• Dynamic team player and can work effectively and proactively on cross-functional teams.
• Good communicator and fluent in English, with a high level of enthusiasm and motivation.
• Good organizational, presentation and project management skills are necessary.
• You are a proven influencer and exhibit skills in driving large scale technical initiatives.

Qualifications

Third Level 8 Degree or higher in Electronic, Electrical, Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering or related discipline and desirably with 7+ years' experience in a similar role.

Required Skills

• Passionate about Engineering concepts and principles
• Experienced with medical device product and process development
• Strong proven track record in innovation and project/program management
• Extensive engineering knowledge and skills in various areas
• Dynamic team player
• Good communicator
• Good organizational, presentation and project management skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience in driving innovative solutions to complex problems
• Knowledge of Design for six sigma principles
• Proficiency in CAD (Solidworks preferred)

For our in-house composites engineering department, CompositesLab, we are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Design & Analysis Development Engineer with a passion for and deep understanding of composite structures and materials to join our team in Galway, Ireland.

CompositesLab is one of ATG's internal engineering business units, with team members based in the Netherlands, Ireland and Italy. Our small and enthusiastic team is composed of multidisciplinary top-talented engineers, with a diverse international background.

Since 2013, CompositesLab has been developing game-changing composite CFRP lattice and grid-stiffened structure technologies. This technology provides optimised structural solutions that are mass-efficient and cost-effective, allowing our customers to meet the stringent constraints of space applications. Initially developed internally at ATG and further supported through several large-scale ESA development programmes, the technology has now advanced to a level where real space applications are being realised. These applications include components for launchers (e.g. interstage and upper stage structures), satellite structures (e.g. central cylinders), and multi-payload adapters.

Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at interview stage).

The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to:

• Top level design and system engineering on composite technologies and products;
• CAD modelling and design;
• FE modelling, analysis, and optimization;
• Setting up and improving design, analysis, and optimization procedures;
• Reporting and documentation;
• Supporting design for manufacturing activities;
• Supporting or partaking in manufacturing of components;
• Supporting or partaking in testing of components;
• Supporting the preparation of business proposals;
• Organizing, performing and supervising various research activities;
• Interfacing with customers as part of projects or business development.

ATG is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment.

Please ensure that your CV clearly explains how you meet the mandatory requirements. If it doesn't align completely with the essential criteria, it could result in rejection.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in engineering (aerospace or mechanical);
• Between 2 to 6 years of relevant work experience;
• Ability to work autonomously across multiple disciplines;
• Affinity with fiber-reinforced composite materials and structures;
• Knowledge of design and optimization methods, analytical and numerical, from conceptual design to detailed optimization methods;
• Experience with FE model setup and analysis and optimization, preferably of composites;
• Experience with commercial FE tools (preferably FEMAP with NX/MSC Nastran);
• Experience with dynamic analysis including sine and random vibration;
• Experience with CAD software (preferably CATIA V5);
• Affinity and preferably experience with manufacturing methods for composites;
• Affinity and experience with manufacturing processes for metals is an advantage;
• Awareness of the advantages, disadvantages, and limitations of analysis and manufacturing methods;
• Basic programming skills (preferably in Python);
• Experience of working with ECSS standards and requirements is advantageous;
• Well organized and capable of organizing an efficient workflow;
• Capable of working in an ambitious team with occasional peaks in workload;
• Open-minded attitude, with a capability to challenge industry standards;
• Personal initiative and thirst for improvement and developing new skills;
• Willing to travel for work;
• At least a rudimentary sense of humor is appreciated.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken;
• Ability to work and live in the EU.

Please submit your application in English via the apply button below. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.

Our company is a young but fast growing decorative lighting manufacturing company that is expanding rapidly into International markets. As part of on-going development plans the company now wishes to appoint a Product Design Engineer to join our Design team.

We are seeking a talented and creative Product Designer to join our team at a leading lighting manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing innovative, functional, and aesthetically pleasing lighting solutions that meet the needs of our customers while adhering to manufacturing constraints and sustainability standards.

The Product Designer will work closely with cross-functional teams, including customers/clients and internal manufacturing departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design innovative lighting products (indoor, outdoor, residential, and commercial) that align with brand identity and market trends.
• Create detailed design specifications, sketches, 3D models, and prototypes using Solidworks software.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and meet technical requirements.
• Conduct user research to understand customer needs and design products that address those needs effectively.
• Integrate sustainable practices and materials into the design process, ensuring environmental impact is minimised.
• Work closely with the marketing team to create compelling product presentations and visuals for promotional materials.
• Maintain an understanding of lighting trends, materials, technologies, and innovations in the industry.
• Participate in the testing and evaluation of prototypes, ensuring product functionality and performance standards are met.
• Ensure that designs comply with safety standards and industry regulations.
• Collaborate with suppliers to source materials and components that meet design and budgetary constraints.
• Continuously improve the design process and work on optimizing efficiency.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field.
• Experience in product design, ideally in the lighting industry or a related field.
• Proficiency in Solidworks.
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and sustainability principles in product design.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present ideas effectively.
• Ability to manage multiple design projects and deadlines.

Salary is negotiable depending on experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €28,000.00-€37,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mullan, Monaghan, CO. Monaghan: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Mechanical design: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person

We are looking on behalf of our client for a HVAC Design Engineer to support the design and development of specialized HVAC equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and support design concepts for air handling and cooling units.
• Select and verify components such as coils, compressors, fans, dampers, actuators, filters, and louvres.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, including datasheets, drawings, manuals, and critical parts lists.
• Assist with technical submissions and specification reviews.
• Ensure designs meet project requirements and maintain quality across multiple projects.
• Coordinate with production teams to integrate designs into manufacturing.

Requirements:

• Degree in the Mechanical, HVAC engineering field.
• 2+ years' experience in HVAC design and component selection, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proficient in SolidWorks, 3D modelling, and interpreting 2D drawings.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and general IT skills.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive.

Preferred:

• Experience in LEAN manufacturing environments.
• HVAC manufacturing or datacentre air handling unit design.
• Building services or controls design experience.
• Familiarity with Revit.

If you would like to discuss this vacancy further or to discuss your career options in confidence, please send your profile to Jennifer Barron - or call

Berkley Business & Technology is a specialist consultancy, recruiting professionals for organizations throughout Ireland, UK & Europe; for more information go to

MAHLE is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, MAHLE offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website

Must be a US Citizen
Your Contribution
As a
Design Engineer
reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will be responsible to develop and refine product designs, bridging the gap between concept and deployment while achieving product cost targets. Utilize CAD and CAE software to create models, conduct research, and pre-production designs. Ensure products are functional, meet stakeholder requirements and are cost-effective. To be successful in this role the design engineer has a strong understanding of the products, raw materials, and technically competent the manufacturing process. Design for Manufacturing is a primary focus along with understanding the needs of the customer with regards to product requirements and plays a key role in bringing innovative ideas to life.

This Role Is Responsible For

• Create and refine product designs from initial concept to product approval.
• Review Design Verification, Validation (DVP&R) test results and ensures the design and pre-series phases of the project.
• Identify design problems, anticipate production issues and make recommendations for improvement during the DFMEA and PFMEA process.
• Following the design for manufacturing methodology make sure that the product you're working on is designed in a way that makes it possible to build.
• Utilize specific CAD and CAE software to create models and update designs accordingly.
• Work in cross-functional and global teams to ensure successful product development.
• Maintain records of designs, test results and other relevant information used to improve future product designs.
• Identify and resolve design issues throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Be environmentally and socially astute, always considering opportunities to reduce carbon footprint and support community activities/events.
• Proactively interface with other departments; sales, quality, production, and purchasing.
• Align with CMMC AT. L2-3.2.1, 3.2.2, and 3.2.3, this role involves access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) at the highest security level. The individual must perform all assigned tasks in a manner that ensures no exposure of unclassified information to unauthorized personnel.
• Successful completion of all required ITAR, CMMC, and Cybersecurity training is mandatory
• Performs other duties as required and/or requested.

Your Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field from a four-year college or university.
• 3+ years of direct related technical experience in engine thermal management experience preferred.
• CAD design experience in Catia v5 and CAE Simulation.

Our Offering
We will provide a collaborative environment working on exciting assignments, along with ongoing personal & career development opportunities. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles

After receiving your online application, the interview process will typically be a screening call followed by Personal Interview(s)

For more information about MAHLE and what a career with us looks like for you, click here. and to learn more about our foundation owned technology group click here.

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with our inclusive culture, we welcome applications from all social, religious & ethnical backgrounds, disabilities both mental and physical, identities (gender) and neurodivergent people.

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Role: Design/Project Engineer

Location: Near Cavan

Job Type: Permanent/Full time

Start Date: As soon as possible

Noel Group are currently partnered with a top engineering client, serving industrial manufacturing facilities who are currently looking for a motivated Design/Project Engineer to join their team.

Role Overview:

The client are seeking full-time Design/Project Engineer to join their growing team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and manufacture of steel solutions for diverse and exciting projects across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and UK. This role requires excellent organisational abilities, and a proactive approach to project management. The ideal candidate will have a mechanical engineering degree or similar qualification, along with a minimum of 1-4 years' experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise with clients' representatives and design team members

• Review technical specifications and offer optimal solutions, tracking technical submittal documents to obtain material approvals.

• Utilise 3D modelling software to create models and drawings of design solutions and related components.

• Engage with the design team to develop solutions for site-specific requirements.

• Ensure work is carried out to the highest quality standards.

• Collaborate with the estimating team for material costing at the tender stage.

• Lead Design to Cost (DtC) and Value Engineering (VE) exercises to optimise costs.

• Set up standards and templates to streamline processes.

• Negotiate with suppliers to establish price structures.

Requirements:

• Must have SOLIDWORKS experience (main software used).

• Must have steel drawing/CAD experience.

• Minimum 2–3 years' experience in a steel design-related role.

• Candidate should live within approximately a 45-minute commute of the site