Job Type: Fulltime Permanent Location: Cavan Salary: DOE
Job Purpose:
To work as part of the R&D team to test, develop, and improve new and existing products while ensuring robust design and performance criteria are met.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage new product development projects and product improvements in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Execute design, prototyping, and testing activities while maintaining accurate and detailed documentation.
Record and interpret development data, including preparing technical reports and drawings.
Analyse and review test data to optimise product performance and design outcomes.
Conduct research to stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies.
Provide technical support to internal teams and departments as required.
Work collaboratively with engineers, management, and other business functions such as technical, engineering, and operations.
Report and present updates on project status, milestones, and timelines.
Ensure compliance with all relevant standards, including ISO 37301 and ISO 9001.
Follow applicable EN standards and country-specific codes for product development.
Carry out any additional duties reasonably assigned by the line manager that align with the role.
Key Skills & Experience:
ME or BEng (Level 8) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
2+ years’ experience in R&D or a related engineering environment.
Working knowledge of SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
Knowledge of FEA (ideally ANSYS).
Hands-on approach to mechanical testing, including building and operating test rigs.
Experience with EN certification and regulatory compliance.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects through to completion.
Innovative, creative, positive, and open-minded approach to design.
Willingness to travel when required.
Full clean driving licence (EU or equivalent).
Strong focus on safe working practices and good housekeeping.
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Daniel Kirwan or email daniel.kirwan@osborne.ie If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
