Manufacturing Engineer - API

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support API manufacturing operations at our Manorhamilton Road Site in Sligo. This role plays a key part in ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient production while driving continuous improvement, technical problem-solving, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Support API manufacturing projects in alignment with quality, safety, environmental, and operational requirements.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and evaluate multiple solutions to identify the most effective approach.
• Lead or support projects, including training development and cross-training activities for team members.
• Contribute to process improvements by proposing, testing, and implementing innovative solutions.
• Maintain a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and attention to detail in all work activities.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to help meet site, department, and division targets.
• May serve as interim Technical Shift Leader when required.

Supervision and Leadership

• This role does not have direct reports.
• May provide guidance and cross-training to new team members.
• May lead projects and develop training materials.
• May act as interim Technical Shift Leader as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in a suitable science or engineering discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in batch processing operations within an FDA- or HPRA-regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP and pharmaceutical regulatory requirements.
• Proven problem-solving skills, especially under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to think innovatively and implement practical solutions.
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.
• Results-driven with a strong work ethic and a commitment to integrity.

What Success Looks Like

• Consistently meeting quality, safety, and operational standards.
• Identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing effective solutions.
• Supporting reliable manufacturing performance through strong technical expertise and teamwork.

Additional Information

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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