Engineering Manager
Location: Wexford
Salary: Competitive + Comprehensive Benefits
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Morgan McKinley is excited to be working with a leading global beverage and commodity manufacturer. This is an incredible opportunity for any Senior engineering candidate in South East Ireland.
If you are an experienced Engineering Manager looking for your next challenge? This is your chance to lead the engineering and maintenance teams in a high-speed, fully automated beverage manufacturing environment.
We are a globally recognized company producing top-tier beverages, and we're looking for a proactive, results-driven leader to optimize plant performance, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Leading and mentoring a team of engineers and maintenance professionals to enhance efficiency.
- Managing preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize equipment failure.
- Overseeing automation, PLC systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi), and high-speed production lines.
- Driving lean manufacturing, OEE optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Planning and executing CAPEX projects, including new machinery installations and system upgrades.
- Ensuring full compliance with health & safety, regulatory, and quality standards,
- Managing budgets, suppliers, and third-party contractors to optimize costs and operations.
What We're Looking For:
- 5+ years of engineering management experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably regulated
- Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related Engineering field.
- Strong expertise in automation, PLC-controlled systems, and process optimization.
- Proven success in reducing downtime, improving OEE, and implementing lean methodologies.
- Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Why Apply?
- Work for a leading, innovative beverage manufacturer with cutting-edge technology.
- Competitive salary + benefits + career progression opportunities.
- Be part of large-scale CAPEX projects and automation advancements.
- Lead a dynamic team in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
