Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager required for Electronics client in Co. Clare.

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• Provide strategic and tactical leadership for engineering, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  
• Ensure full compliance with MIL-PRF-19500/MIL-STD-750 DLA requirements and AS9100/ISO14001 standards.
  
• Oversee engineering efforts spanning electronics, mechanical, and chemical disciplines to improve delivery success, reduce costs, ensure compliance, and lower RMA rates.
  
• Act as a core contributor within the Senior Management Team, providing insight on organizational analysis and advancement initiatives.
  
• Serve as a key representative on:
  
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  • Technical Review Board (TRB)
    
  • Materials Review Board (MRB)
    
  • Focus Factory initiatives
    
  • 6S Steering Committee
    
  • H&S Steering Committee
    
  • Automation & Digitalisation projects
    
  
  
• Lead, coach, and mentor the engineering team, developing talent pipelines and ensuring high performance.
  
• Partner with global divisions and suppliers to share best practices and leverage cutting‑edge test and screening equipment.
  
• Ensure compliance with Ireland’s Quality Manual, government specifications, and in‑house procedures.
  
• Drive automation, digitalisation, and Industry 4.0 initiatives, combining mechanical, electrical, and software principles.
  
• Oversee equipment appraisal and investment to support standardisation, safety, and quality improvements.
  
• Contribute to sustainability and ESG initiatives, focusing on energy efficiency and environmental impact reduction.
  
• Provide engineering support to Tactical Marketing, Planning, and other business units.
  
• Manage budgets, capital expenditure proposals, and ROI justifications for engineering initiatives.
  
• Champion risk management and change management programs across engineering and operations.
  

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• Bachelor’s degree (Level 8) in Electronics, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline.
  
• 10+ years of engineering experience, roles within highly regulated industries (semiconductors, medical device, aerospace, etc.).
  
• Proven leadership and managerial skills, with a successful track record of leading cross‑functional engineering teams.
  
• Drive a positive team culture focused on accountability, growth, continuous improvement initiatives, performance management and building team capabilities.
  
• Solid grounding in electronic and mechanical fundamentals with a hands‑on, practical approach.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
  
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, adapt to change, and deliver under pressure.
  
• High attention to detail, strong analytical/problem‑solving skills, and logical decision‑making.
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP/MES or PLM systems. xcfaprz
  
• Knowledge of DLA, ISO, and AS standards.
  

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• Senior Manufacturing Engineering