JOB DESCRIPTION:

Have you ever wanted to make a difference?

At Abbott, you will play a crucial role to help people live more fully at all stages of their lives. Abbott is a global healthcare leader, and our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional products and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues have a daily impact on the life of people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott Ireland

In Ireland, Abbott employs around 6,000 people across ten sites. We currently have six manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott also has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946. Please note any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical

practitioner designated by the Company

About the Role

The purpose of this role is to apply strong scientific, engineering and mathematical expertise to deliver high‑quality technical solutions with minimal supervision. The position requires the ability to solve complex problems, contribute to cross‑functional initiatives, and drive innovation by integrating knowledge from related technical disciplines. This role will be based at our TPM in Fermoy, Cork.

Key Responsibilities

Independently plan and execute small‑ to medium‑scale engineering projects, using established methods and equipment to deliver against scope, cost and schedule.
Manage multiple concurrent assignments, building and tracking project schedules, coordinating with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful execution.
Maintain strong project controls by monitoring cost, schedule and deliverables, developing effective execution strategies, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Conduct economic analyses and feasibility studies to compare project alternatives and support delivery of financial targets.
Benchmark internally and externally to identify emerging trends, insights and best practices that inform future planning.
Monitor environmental, technical and operational changes to anticipate risks and opportunities, and prepare appropriate response plans.
Independently design and/or lead the design of products, systems, processes or equipment, applying advanced engineering theories and techniques.
Design and lead complex experiments involving multiple variables; collect and analyse data; and communicate actionable findings and recommendations to diverse stakeholder groups.
Create or enhance designs and specifications for intermediate to complex engineering problems, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Lead data collection and analysis to uncover trends, relationships, and insights that enable informed decision-making and problem resolution.
Diagnose and evaluate complex interdisciplinary challenges, test hypotheses, assess impacts across technical and business dimensions, and recommend sound solutions.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives by enhancing methods, designs, and processes, sharing best practices, and encouraging adoption across teams.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels using both formal and informal communication channels tailored to audience needs.
Build strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues, contractors and vendors, fostering trust and aligning on shared goals.
Mentor and support engineers and cross-functional partners by sharing technical expertise, providing constructive feedback, and guiding professional development.
Support team capability development through technical and organisational mentoring.
Ensure full compliance with all applicable quality, environmental, health, safety, and energy (EHS&E) regulations, Abbott Engineering Standards, and other governance requirements.
Understand and mitigate risks associated with design changes and compliance considerations.
Consistently deliver high-quality work in alignment with regulatory and organisational standards.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a closely related discipline is preferred. Equivalent technical experience combined with demonstrated competence may also be considered.
A minimum of 7+ years of relevant engineering and/or operational experience is desired.
Experience working in a GMP-regulated environment is highly advantageous.
Demonstrated technical competency within an engineering discipline, with strong understanding of engineering principles, concepts, and industry practices.
Experience analysing complex data or problems involving multiple competing factors, using sound judgment within defined procedures.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and stakeholder groups.
Proven ability to articulate ideas clearly verbally, in writing and through presentations while navigating differing perspectives.
Background in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or other regulated sectors is preferred; relevant experience in comparable industries will also be considered.

What we Offer

Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as

Family health insurance,
Excellent pension scheme
Life assurance
Career Development
Growing business plus access to many more benefits.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com or https://www.ie.abbott/, on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews.

Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Engineering

DIVISION:

ADC Diabetes Care

LOCATION:

Ireland > Cork : Sanmina Rathealy road

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes, 10 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Yes

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable

Senior Engineer

Benefits

Job Description