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CK Group are currently recruiting for a Research and Development Engineer to join a global medical technology company on a permanent basis.

Location: This position will be located in Limerick, Ireland.

As an R&D Engineer, you will play a crucial role in shaping products from concept through commercialisation and post-market support. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on innovative healthcare solutions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead design and development activities for both new and existing products.
• Lead system integration efforts, including defect tracking, configuration management, and risk analysis.
• Support verification and validation activities, including protocol development and execution.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Reliability teams to ensure smooth product transitions and resolve field issues.

Candidate requirements:

• A relevant Engineering qualification.
• Proven experience in R&D for complex electro-mechanical systems medical devices, diagnostics, lab automation, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles, including requirements management, architecture development, integration, and verification.

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Overview The Manager, Research and Development will be responsible for leading Research and Development teams in the execution of product development projects in line with the Vascular Vision. This role will specifically support the embolization portfolio, leading a global project across multiple sites, with a requirement for regular travel to Denmark and the US. Reporting to: Senior Manager, Research and Development / Director, Research and Development Find out more about Cook Medical here Responsibilities Manage, schedule, costs/budget and resources for project(s) assigned. Interact with physicians for deep clinical understanding and research new unmet needs in a clinical area. Technical responsibility for all Research and Development activities assigned. Improve team processes and systems for quality and delivery of work. Identifying new vendors and strategic partners for product development and component/subassembly supply. Maintain and improve high standard of medical device engineering. Works with other Research and Development Managers, Global Program Managers and Global Directors to ensure sharing of Research and Development best practice. Manage the development of the IP portfolio for their area of responsibility. Team Management: Mentoring, coaching and development of direct reports to attain best performance. Perform routine appraisals to deliver best results and to obtain the maximum team performance. Manage the activities of the Research and Development Engineering team and hold regular team meetings. Foster and maintain a workplace culture respectful and supportive of individual differences. Ensure KPI's and business metrics are achieved. Ensure the Research and Development Engineering team are in compliance with Cook's Quality System requirements and Company HR policies. Ensure team/teams deliver quality designs in a timely manner. Foster relationships and collaborate with other functional stakeholders required for the successful completion of development projects. Must ensure effective communication of project progress and risks to all relevant stakeholders. Must work and interact effectively and professionally with and for others throughout various levels of the global organisation. Must strictly adhere to safety requirements. Must maintain company quality and quantity standards. Ability to remain calm and receptive in fast paced situations. Ensure that Cook's Code of Conduct is considered in all business matters carried out on Cook's behalf. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field is required and 10 years' relevant experience. Strong proven people management skills - a minimum of 5 years previous experience in a supervisory position leading and motivating a group of talented engineering staff is desired. Proven project management skills. Strong technical writer. Good mechanical design, materials aptitude and understanding of engineering fundamentals with extensive medical device materials knowledge. Must have good understanding of IP process. Knowledge of relevant ISO, EU, FDA medical device standards regulations is required. Willingness and availability to travel on company business. About Cook Limerick Cook Medical has been in Limerick since 1996, starting out with labeling and distribution and steadily growing and evolving to include manufacturing, centralised customer support and on to collaborative product development in the Innovation Centre. The Ireland location is our European headquarters and houses our EMEA Support Centre. This location currently employs more than 1000 people and manufactures 10% of Cook's products for global markets. Research and Development in Limerick Our mission with R&D is to invent, manufacture, and deliver a unique portfolio of medical devices to the healthcare systems of the world. Our R&D team in Limerick is split into two divisions, Vascular and Medsurg. The R&D engineering teams are responsible for bringing a product from idea or concept all the way to market launch. The R&D Vascular division in Limerick has two programs, peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and venous therapies. The R&D engineers have the opportunity to create novel ideas within feasibility, learn and meet the requirements to bring a medical device through verification and validation, generation of a design history file and be a part of bringing a new product onto the market. All this is done through collaboration within small or large R&D teams and working with cross functional teams both locally in Limerick and globally with our sister companies. Our employee benefits include: Hybrid Work Model Company sponsored Defined Contribution pension scheme Medical Health Insurance cover for you and your immediate family Life Assurance and Income Protection cover Educational Assistance Performance related Bonus Extensive health & wellness program including Indian head massages, healthy lifestyle seminars, mindfulness courses, physio sessions, flu vaccinations, nutrition talks Fully equipped gym on site 39-hour week with flexible start & finish times Paid time off to participate in volunteer activities Free parking Subsidised restaurant Sports & Social club #LI-Hybrid 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.

The R&D Manager is responsible for leading research and development activities and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation. The role ensures alignment with company goals, focusing on quality, efficiency, sustainability and bringing new products to market. Responsibilities: Strategic Planning * Develop R&D plans aligned with the company's strategy, incorporating sustainable practices into governance, team readiness, budgeting, and funding/claim planning. * Collaborate with leadership team to align R&D initiatives with business strategy and ensure compliance with relevant environmental regulations, standards, and safety guidelines. * Negotiate research agreements, plan budgets and identify funding opportunities, including tax credits and grants. Product Development * Align R&D projects with customer needs and market trends by working closely with the marketing and sales teams. * Drive the development of new innovations while ensuring market needs and regulatory requirements are met. * Develop and maintain a technology roadmap for advancing core technologies to maintain a competitive and sustainable edge. * Source and manage relationships with external partners, including academic institutions, research organisations, and technology providers. Team Leadership * Lead, mentor, and develop team members, fostering collaboration and innovation across the business. * Set clear objectives, monitor progress, and provide ongoing feedback and development opportunities for team members. * Assess current systems, identify gaps, and implement improvements to enhance team readiness and drive sustainability in R&D operation. Project Management * Utilise digital platforms for project management, capacity planning, tracking progress, capture expenditure, sustainability metric, and streamline reporting. * Prepare and present regular reports on R&D activities and maintain thorough documentation for compliance and audit purposes. * Develop KPIs to measure project success, including Qualifications & Experience: * Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Science); advanced degrees preferred. * 3+ years in R&D, with relevant management experience. * Project management and R&D management certifications (e.g., PMP) are advantageous. * Proficient in research methodologies, product development and sustainability-driven innovation. * Proven leader with strong interpersonal and communication skills, inspiring professional teams. * Skilled in organising and managing multiple projects, including planning, budgeting, and resource allocation. * Capable of developing and executing long-term R&D strategies aligned with business objectives and sustainability goals. * Focused on driving creative ideas from concept to implementation. * Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and data analysis capabilities. * Effective in working with cross-functional teams and external partners. * Familiar with relevant regulations, safety standards, and industry guidelines.