Visual Inspection Engineer - Pharma

Visual Inspection Engineer - Sligo

Are you an experienced Engineer or Scientist with a passion for quality and continuous improvement? This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading global biopharmaceutical manufacturer at their state-of-the-art facility in Sligo, where you'll play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of product quality and compliance.

About the Role

As a Visual Inspection Engineer, you will support inspection operations to ensure all manufacturing and quality processes meet safety, regulatory, and organisational standards. You'll lead process improvements, support equipment validation, and play a vital role in introducing new semi-automated visual inspection systems on site.

This position offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact in the production of life-changing medicines, while developing your skills in a dynamic, supportive, and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day visual inspection operations in compliance with cGMP and safety standards.

• Develop, review, and optimise inspection and manufacturing procedures.

• Participate in validation and commissioning activities for processes, equipment, and facilities.

• Lead and facilitate FMEAs and oversee technician certification for inspection operations.

• Build and maintain defect libraries and perform defect trending and analysis.

• Ensure procedures align with global and regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to evaluate defects and support new product introductions.

• Investigate process deviations and drive corrective and preventive actions.

• Supervise external contractors where required.

Requirements

• Level 8 Degree (or higher) in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing environment.

• Knowledge of biotechnological processes, fill-finish, lyophilisation, or sterilisation preferred.

• Familiarity with semi-automated visual inspection equipment.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a continuous improvement mindset.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Understanding of cGMP, ISO, and FDA regulations is highly desirable.

What's on Offer

• A collaborative, inclusive workplace focused on innovation and quality.

• Opportunities for professional growth and technical development.

• The chance to contribute to life-changing healthcare solutions in a high-performing team.