Engineering Manager API Operations

About

This Pharmaceutical site manufactures both high potent chemical APIs and high potent oral solid dose drug products. The Engineering Manager API Operations reports to the Operations Engineering Manager and is responsible for leading and managing a team of engineers, technicians, and apprentices. The role supports the API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) business unit, involving team development, budget management, liaison with production, and ensuring compliance with policies related to Personnel, Quality, Engineering, Safety, and Finance. It requires cross‑functional collaboration with contract maintenance providers, production, technical operations, quality, and other personnel to maximize equipment performance and involves projects ranging from continuous improvement to new product introductions. Experience in an API manufacturing facility is required.

Responsibilities

• Establish, in conjunction with the Operations Engineering Manager, department goals, schedules, and timetables for activities.
• Assist with the management and support of manufacturing equipment development.
• Support the API Engineering Team in ensuring manufacturing equipment meets legal, divisional, and corporate standards.
• Prepare appropriate CAPA plans and implement timelines.
• Undertake investigations and equipment monitoring to improve manufacturing performance, e.g., reducing plant downtime and maximizing output and yield.
• Implement equipment/process upgrades in a continuous improvement environment.
• Develop monthly engineering metrics and provide timely management reports.
• Ensure relevant budgets are within target and prepare capital expenditure requests as required.
• Ensure successful external, division, and corporate audits.
• Ensure safety standards are met and safe working practices are adhered to.
• Manage internal and external plant projects as needed.
• Supervise and manage relationships with external contractors.
• Attend relevant meetings and drive actions to closure.

Qualifications

• Degree (Level 7 or above) in engineering or a scientific area (Chemistry).
• Minimum of 6 years in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 2 years’ experience as an Engineering Supervisor.
• Previous experience in an active pharmaceutical manufacturing facility, particularly within the Engineering Department.
• Experience with glass‑lined vessels, reactors, pumps, heat exchangers, ATEX, and solvent handling.
• High level of attention to detail and mental concentration to ensure accuracy and total compliance with procedures.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to make prompt decisions on engineering‑related issues.

Benefits

• Pension
• Healthcare
• Bonus

Location Advantages (Why Choose Sligo in 2026?)

• Lower cost of living: rent up to 50 % less than Dublin.
• Elite education: top‑tier primary and secondary schools.
• Global connectivity: 45 minutes from Ireland West Airport (Knock) and a scenic 2.5‑hour drive to Dublin.
• Zero‑stress commute.
• Adventure and culture on your doorstep.