R&D Engineer I

4 months ago


Ballina, Ireland Hollister Full time

We Make Life More Rewarding and Dignified 

Location: Ballina 
Department:  

Join Our Innovative R&D Team

Are you an experienced R&D engineer with a passion for innovation and an aptitude for problem-solving? We’re looking for a dynamic individual to join our Core Business Initiatives (CBI) team, driving the development and integration of cutting-edge materials, processes, and technologies into our products.

What You’ll Do:

Lead and Support Projects:  Spearhead or collaborate on projects to explore and validate new materials, processes, or technologies for our products. Technical Documentation:  Prepare detailed technical documents in line with regulatory and design control standards. Cross-Functional Collaboration:  Work closely with various teams to gather input and develop plans that meet stakeholder requirements. Experimental Testing:  Develop protocols, manage product builds, and oversee testing, transportation, and storage. Data Analysis:  Conduct statistical analyses and create comprehensive reports with your findings and recommendations. R&D Representation:  Represent the R&D function in cross-functional teams throughout the New Product Commercialization process.

What We’re Looking For:

Educational Background: A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field (required). A postgraduate qualification in a related discipline (preferred). Professional Experience: 3-5 years in a technical role, ideally in medical device R&D, Sustaining Engineering, or Quality. Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Experience in medical device design principles, material selection, design concept validation, and test method development. Knowledge of medical device design verification/validation and design/process FMEAs. Knowledge of manufacturing, mechanisms, materials, tolerance-analysis, and design-for-manufacturing. Strong initiative and ability to overcome obstacles while balancing multiple priorities. Excellent attention to detail and understanding of design controls. Proven track record in successful cross-functional technical teams. Exceptional problem-solving, decision-making, and root cause analysis skills. Effective communication skills for all organizational levels. Proficiency with MS Office suite. Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience: Project Management experience Familiarity with medical device regulations and requirements (GMP, QSR, ISO).

Why Join Us?

Innovative Environment:  Be at the forefront of medical device innovation. Collaborative Culture:  Work with a supportive and dynamic team. Professional Growth:  Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. Inclusive and Diverse:  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employee Well-being:  We prioritize the well-being of our employees with comprehensive health and wellness programs. Community Engagement:  We encourage and support community involvement and volunteerism.

If you’re ready to make a significant impact and contribute to the future of medical technology, we want to hear from you

About Hollister Incorporated

Hollister Incorporated is an independent, employee-owned company that develops, manufactures and markets healthcare products worldwide. The company spearheads the advancement of innovative products for ostomy care, continence care and critical care, and also creates educational support materials for patients and healthcare professionals. Headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, Hollister has manufacturing and distribution centers on three continents and sells in nearly 80 countries. Hollister is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc., and is guided both by its Mission to make life more rewarding and dignified for people who use our products and services, as well as its Vision to grow and prosper as an independent, employee-owned company, and in the process, to become better human beings.

Hollister is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability
Job Req ID: 33410


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