Senior Mechanic Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and driven Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team in Co. Tipperary. In this role, you will oversee mechanical projects from initial design and off-site workshop fabrication through to on-site installation, testing, and commissioning.

You will work closely with workshop fabricators, project managers, QA/QC teams, and external clients to ensure high-specification mechanical systems are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

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  Project Engineering: Manage and coordinate mechanical engineering deliverables for pharmaceutical, biopharma, and industrial client sites.

  
  


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  Design & CAD Support: Review, design, and interpret 3D CAD models, P&ID diagrams, isometric pipework drawings, and general arrangement (GA) drawings.

  
  


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  Fabrication Support: Collaborate directly with our Tipperary workshop floor, providing technical guidance to welders, fabricators, and pipefitters on vessel, skid, and pipe spool production.

  
  


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  Procurement & Material Selection: Specify and order high-grade mechanical components, piping materials, valves, and specialized fittings in compliance with project specifications.

  
  


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  Quality Assurance (QA/QC): Support the QA team in preparing hand-over packages, material traceability logs, pressure test packs, and weld documentation.

  
  


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  Site Supervision & Commissioning: Oversee on-site mechanical installations, machinery alignment, pressure testing, and system commissioning at client facilities.

  
  


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  Safety & Compliance: Ensure all engineering designs and site operations adhere strictly to health and safety regulations, client EHS guidelines, and industry standards.

  
  

Requirements & Qualifications

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  Education: Level 8 Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent qualification).

  
  


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  Experience: 3+ years of experience in a mechanical engineering role, ideally within high-purity piping, process equipment, or steel fabrication environments (Pharmaceutical, Food/Beverage, or Industrial sectors preferred).

  
  


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  Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar 3D modeling tools).

  
  


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  Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of pipework design, fluid handling, pressure vessels, structural steel, and fabrication/welding standards (ASME / EN).

  
  


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  Site Certifications: Valid Safe Pass and Manual Handling certificates (or willingness to obtain them).

  
  


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  Key Skills: Excellent project management abilities, strong communication skills, and a practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving.

  
  


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  Travel: Full clean driving license and flexibility for occasional travel to client sites.