Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer
Drogheda, Co. Louth
Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity
My client is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their team at a state-of-the-art cement manufacturing facility in Co. Louth. This is a key role within the engineering function, offering the opportunity to work on both day-to-day plant maintenance and large-scale improvement projects in a heavy industrial environment.

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring optimal plant performance, safety, and efficiency while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Plant Maintenance

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary maintenance team
• Take ownership of a specific plant process area
• Ensure preventative and predictive maintenance programmes are executed effectively
• Plan and coordinate major shutdowns and overhauls
• Manage external contractors on designated projects
• Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues to maximise plant availability
• Drive continuous improvements in safety and environmental standards

Large-Scale Plant Improvement Projects

• Identify and scope projects that enhance operational and financial performance
• Support projects from design and construction through to installation
• Lead commissioning activities and project handover

About You

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering (or a related discipline)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar industrial environment
• Strong understanding of health & safety within heavy industry
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated technical expertise with solid commercial awareness
• Proficient in MS Office and AutoCAD
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Proven track record of contributing to business performance improvements

Candidates who may not meet every requirement but demonstrate strong potential are still encouraged to apply.

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to €95,000, depending on experience
• 30 days annual leave
• 7.5% total pension contribution
• Private healthcare
• Additional benefits package
• Opportunity to join a well-established, multinational organisation
• Career progression opportunities within a wider global group
• Exposure to advanced, energy-efficient manufacturing technologies

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