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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Automation)

Wexford
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Salary: €80,000 depending on experience and flexible for the right candidate

Location: Wexford

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience working on Bespoke Automation Machinery, looking to make an impact in a growing company?

Here is a fantastic role where you will be working on special-purpose Machines for building, Filling, Packaging for multiple sectors, including pharmaceuticals and more.

Here you will have the opportunity to work hands-on, be a key decision maker, and play a part in leadership.

What they are looking for:

5+ years of experience of designing special-purpose Machines
Strong understanding Automation industry
Design lifecycle experienceSkill set needed

Mechanical Design
Special-purpose Automation Machines
Leadership SkillsIf you think this is something that you can do and want to be a part of reach out to Dairis at elix solutions with the reference 4365. The client will consider candidates who need sponsorship and relocation, is well well-suited for the role.

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Mechanical Design | CAD | Automation | Lead | SCRUM | R&D | Development | research | Solidworks | GMP | manufacturing | Robotics

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