Manufacturing Engineer

Dawnlough is a forward-thinking precision engineering company, offering expertise in the design and manufacture of specialized parts and equipment for the Aerospace and Medical Device industries. Recently, Dawnlough became part of the Acrotec Group, an independent collective renowned for their specialization in micro-mechanics precision. We cater to a range of industries, organized into three distinct business divisions: MedTech, Precision High-Tech and Watchmaking. Dawnlough seeks individuals who are skilled, positive, and collaborative, with a strong eagerness to learn and a passion for developing their engineering skills. This is an excellent opportunity for someone aiming to join a thriving business where they can fully utilize and expand their talents.

Why Join Us?

We are seeking talented, motivated, and collaborative individuals eager to enhance their engineering skills within a thriving business environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful company where you can fully leverage and expand your capabilities.

Position Overview:

As a Manufacturing Engineer at Dawnlough, you will be a vital contributor to our Engineering Team, driving process excellence and automation in precision manufacturing. Your role will focus on optimizing manufacturing processes in a fast-paced CNC machining setting to boost efficiency, quality, and scalability. You will lead new product introductions, lean manufacturing initiatives, and process automation projects to satisfy increasing customer demands.

Key Responsibilities:

- Interpret manufacturing drawings to determine the best processes, considering material types, tolerances, and finishes.
- Review and process new components through our internal contract and NPI processes, ensuring compliance with customer specifications.
- Collaborate with CNC application engineers, tooling specialists, and inspection teams to refine machining processes using innovative solutions.
- Assist with process validation (IQ, OQ, PQ), ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 and customer standards.
- Facilitate new customer onboarding, reviewing technical documents to meet their requirements.
- Coordinate with production to update ERP systems with part definition, manufacturing routing and all other relevant part requirements.
- Develop standard operating procedures and work instructions for manufacturing validation.
- Support the sales team in preparing quotations, assessing machine capacity, material selections, and subcontracting needs.

Additional Responsibilities

- Manage part and job creation on the ERP system.
- Oversee customer order management, communicating status updates and future planning.
- Assist production and quality teams with queries and ensure accurate data across all departments.
- Engage in other ad-hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree (Level 8) in Engineering or Manufacturing.
- 3-5 years of industry experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting (CNC machining experience is a plus).
- Strong understanding of material types and finishing processes (e.g., heat treatment, anodizing).
- Proficiency in interpreting engineering/manufacturing drawings; GD&T knowledge is an advantage.
- Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
- Strong grasp of cost allocation and product costing.
- Advanced IT skills, including Excel and MRP software.
- Eagerness to learn, progress, and take responsibility.
- Business acumen and outstanding interpersonal skills for interfacing with senior management.

Join Dawnlough and become part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to precision engineering excellence.

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Location: On-Site, Galway

Benefits:

- Company Health Insurance
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Sports and Social Club

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