Innovation Process Engineer

Innovation Process Engineer, G&S Stainless Services Ltd

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• Sector: Science
  
• Location: Hackballscross (Louth, Ireland)
  
• Salary: €38k - €44k
  
• Contract length: Permanent
  
• Hours per week: 40 Hours
  
• Closing date and time: 05/05/2026, 17:00
  

This position is with G&S Stainless Services Ltd. The role forms part of an Innovation Boost project supported by InterTradeIreland. Salary support under the programme is provided for 18 months; however, the employment contract is with G&S Stainless Services Ltd and is not limited to the funding period.

G&S Stainless Services specialises in the fabrication, installation, and maintenance of stainless steel vessels, process pipework, structural steelwork, stairs, platforms, and aesthetic steelwork. Serving pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and industrial sectors across Ireland and Northern Ireland, G&S delivers turnkey solutions that combine high-quality fabrication, responsive service, and technical expertise to meet complex client requirements.

This new role at G&S Stainless is key to embedding process engineering, controls, and compliance expertise within G&S Stainless, enabling delivery of turnkey, scalable, and technically advanced services for its clients.

Key responsibilities of this role will include:

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• Implementing and supporting 3D digital design and prototyping systems.
  
• Applying Design for Manufacture & Assembly (DFMA) to optimise efficiency, quality, and repeatability.
  
• Leading mechanical, process, and instrumentation design, including fluid handling, sensors, controls, and chemical treatment systems.
  
• Developing and documenting service delivery procedures, SOPs, and operational workflows.
  
• Ensuring regulatory compliance, including CE marking under the Machinery Directive, safety standards, and in-house testing.
  

This role will initially focus on the design and project management of bespoke equipment and associated procedures that will enable G&S Stainless to offer an exciting new service to its growing customer base.

The successful graduate will lead this project, in a supportive partnership with Southern Regional College as part of the InterTradeIreland Innovation Boost Programme.

Interviews will be held approximately week commencing: 11/05/2026.

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• Degree in Process/Mechanical/mechatronics engineering or similar.
  
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in a mechanical or process engineering role.
  
• Must be legally entitled to work in Ireland/EU and travel throughout the island of Ireland if required; if you do require a visa/work permit allowing you to work in Ireland/EU you must upload a copy of it with your application. Failure to provide a relevant Visa/Work permit may result in your application not being considered.
  

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• Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, or equivalent) for equipment and system design.
  
• Knowledge of Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) principles.
  
• Strong understanding of mechanical design, process flow, or equipment fabrication.
  
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications for manufacturing and assembly.
  
• Previous involvement in product design, including process or fluid handling systems. xcfaprz
  
• Familiarity with process engineering, controls integration, and development of service delivery procedures for industrial equipment.