Automated Visual Inspection Engineer

AbbVie; Ireland; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Ireland is seeking a Visual Inspection Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes in Sligo. The role demands expertise in visual inspection operations, compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and strong problem-solving skills. Candidates should have a Level 8 degree in Engineering or Science and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical setting. Join us to contribute to impactful healthcare solutions and quality improvements in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for personal and professional development

Collaborative and innovative environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and innovative thinking skills under pressure.
• Familiarity with cGMP, ISO, FDA regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Visual Inspection operations for safety and regulatory standards.
• Develop and optimize procedures for manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to evaluate particles and defects.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Leadership qualities

Education

Level 8 degree in Engineering, Science, or relevant discipline

Tools

Semi Automated Visual inspection equipment

Job description

Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

Job Description

Join our dynamic team at AbbVie in Sligo as a Visual Inspection Engineer! This is an excellent opportunity for a driven engineering or science professional with a passion for quality, continuous improvement, and making a difference in healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Visual Inspection operations to meet all safety, regulatory, and organizational standards.
• Develop and optimize procedures to enhance manufacturing processes.
• Participate in process, equipment, and facilities validation projects; review and execute commissioning and validation protocols to keep projects on schedule.
• Support the introduction of new Semi Automate visual inspection equipment on site and associated training.
• Lead and facilitate FMEAs for Visual Inspection, and drive the certification of technicians.
• Build and maintain defect libraries and execute trending for defect analysis.
• Ensure local procedures align with global guidelines and regulatory expectations.
• Provide technical leadership and guide the development of SOPs for visual inspection.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to evaluate particles/defects and support technical transfers for new product introductions.
• Investigate process deviations and support the production team in achieving output and yield targets.
• Ensure full compliance with quality, safety, cGMP, and regulatory policies.
• Supervise external contractors as required.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 8 degree (or higher) in Engineering, Science, or a relevant technical discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment—experience with biotechnological drug processes, fill finish, lyophilisation, and sterilisation preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and innovative thinking skills under pressure.
• Familiarity with Semi Automated Visual inspection equipment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proven ability to work both independently and in cross‑functional teams.
• Leadership qualities with a results‑driven mindset.
• Demonstrate integrity, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work autonomously.
• Familiarity with cGMP, ISO, FDA regulations, and EHS best practices preferred.

Additional Information

What We Offer

A collaborative and innovative environment where your work impacts patients lives, opportunities for personal and professional development, and a chance to lead quality improvements in cutting‑edge biologics manufacturing.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to join AbbVie and contribute to our mission in delivering best‑in‑class healthcare solutions.

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