JOB DESCRIPTION:

Headcount Solutions

requires

Project Engineer

Position Description and Responsibilities

• Project Engineer working on high speed, highly automated, complex and integrated manufacturing equipment. Range of equipment includes Pneumatics, Robotics, Servo driven closed loop positioners. Controlled by Programmable Logic Controllers with distributed Input / Output linked by communications networks.
• Project manages discrete retrofit projects of various sizes to increase equipment output, while adhering to cost, schedule, safety and quality requirements.
• Lead the development and Improvement of new and existing equipment and/or process.
• Drive equipment OOE through uptime improvements and cycle time reduction
• Acts as an advocate for continuous improvement activities using statistical techniques, Lean manufacturing tools, Six Sigma, design experimentation for process and equipment, to achieve targets and cost savings.
• Take the lead in troubleshooting on equipment while providing Coaching and Mentoring to other engineering staff. Serves as a resource to other engineering disciplines in facility.


Primary Tasks and Responsibilities

• Perform project management tasks for small to medium scale retrofit projects involving either new or existing equipment
• Through data driven analysis, determine key projects to improve equipment OEE and output
• Manage project budget to support requirements
• Identification of key cycle time bottlenecks within existing equipment and the determination of applicable projects to eliminate bottleneck.
• Manage key subcontractors and suppliers to ensure adherence to safety, quality and schedule requirements
• Provide technical support to operations for all projects implemented.
• Ensure training and maintenance requirements are fully satisfied for the smooth transition of projects from engineering to operations.


Experience and Education

• Relevant Engineering Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a technical position

To discuss this opportunity confidentially and in further detail contact Mick McQuade 01 6905040 / 086 0435195 or submit your CV to jobs@headcount.ie

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