Design Engineer

Hunter Savage Ltd; Leinster; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management equipment manufacturer based in Portlaoise is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer. The role involves product design, process improvement, and hands-on production collaboration. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, strong experience with SolidWorks and FEA, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years post-grad experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with SolidWorks and FEA.

Responsibilities

• Work on continuous improvement of existing products.
• Support the design and development of new products.
• Provide regular updates on project progress.
• Generate and maintain 3D models and drawings.

Skills

SolidWorks

FEA

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Sage

Job description

Design EngineerPortlaoise, Co. LaoisSalary: €42,000 – €50,000 DOE

An excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading waste management equipment manufacturer based in Portlaoise. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role offers a mix of product design, process improvement, and hands-on production collaboration.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:
1.Well-established company with exciting projects in the pipeline
2.Great opportunity to shape new processes and products
3.Split role with variety: product improvement + new design work

The Role:

• Work on continuous improvement of existing products to reduce Non-Value Added (NVA) activities
• Support the design and development of new products and processes
• Provide regular updates to the Engineering Manager on project progress
• Perform FEA and troubleshoot product performance in real-world conditions
• Generate and maintain 3D models and production drawings using SolidWorks
• Collaborate with the production team to streamline workflows and reduce waste
• Contribute to the development of SOPs and SWPs as part of ISO accreditation efforts

The Person:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2–3 years’ post-grad experience
• Strong SolidWorks and FEA experience
• Background in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Sage) and BOM creation
• Problem solver with strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset
• Effective communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders and clients

Next Steps

For further information, and to apply for this role, please contact Zoey Rooney. Visit our website for a full list of engineering opportunities.

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Salary is usually negotiable, salary details listed are to be used as a guide and are based on factors such as your experience and expertise.