Manufacturing Engineering Technician

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer!

Location: Shannon, Ireland

Job ID: 41517

HID Global is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Manufacturing Production team in Shannon, Ireland. This role is essential for maintaining and optimizing production processes, equipment functionality, and production performance.

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for equipment in the production area, new product introduction efforts as well as documenting processes and developing detailed work instructions as well as capable to manage MCO/ECO/PIM for production parts in agile systems.

This role will span all processes within the site include digital printing, lamination, die cut, credential provisioning/programming, laser marking, production tooling, and the various equipment necessary for production. 

The qualified candidate will report into centralized ME for in-depth support with the various processes as well as local leadership for day-to-day issues.

If this sounds like you keep on reading!

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS):

HID Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS) is at the forefront of securing spaces with advanced, reliable access control solutions. From cutting-edge readers, credentials and controllers, to mobile and biometric technologies, HID PACS empowers organizations worldwide to protect their people, property and assets with scalable, high-quality solutions. 

This is more than just a job – it’s your chance to join an industry leader to drive innovation in access control and make a real impact on global security solutions.  

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us and help shape the future of security.

As our Manufacturing Engineer , you’ll support HID’s success by:

• Troubleshoot product functionality as related to fixture, tooling and/or process related issues.
• Full responsibility for all production equipment on site, contributing to long-term departmental goals, not just daily operations — bringing a strategic lens to engineering decisions.
• Lead production line setup for new product introductions and coordinate with operations to ensure readiness.
• Creates and implements work instructions, process flow charts, and training materials for production teams.
• SME on change management, MCO/ECO/PIM using Agile systems.
• Manages procuring and implementing new capital equipment for capacity or product launches.
• Act as SME supporting DFM, DFMEA, and PFMEA activities for new product introductions to ensure robust process design.
• Coordinate and perform maintenance and calibration procedures for production equipment.
• Collaborate with HID Global teams to determine manufacturing requirements, maintain producibility, and capacity to enable on-time and predictable delivery of material to demand requirements (with Ops).
• Setup production test and functional test in production.
• Identify and analyze manufacturing problems and provide solutions.
• Characterize equipment functionality to improve production/efficiency.
• Responsible for developing and approving manufacturing processes for new product introductions and for sustaining current production.
• Develop strong partnerships with key internal customers and drive productive and positive Supply Chain, Product Development, Operations, and Quality relationships.
• Prepare reports - collecting, analyzing process test and capability data (yields, cycle times, trends, etc.)
• Support Value Analysis/Value Engineering projects and workshops.
• Responsible for production relevant documentation such as work instructions, process flow charts, etc.
• Ability to interact with individuals of all levels, set objectives, drive results, be a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally.

Your Experience and Background include:

• 3 - 5 years of work experience in Manufacturing Engineering within Manufacturing/Factory Operations.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or related field.
• Excel and Analytical skills/ Strong analytical skills are highly desirable (e.g., Oracle DV, Power BI, Excel, etc.)
• Excellent project management, communication and organizational skills.
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic environment.
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple deadlines.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and supply chain processes.
• Ability to interact with individuals of all levels, set objectives, drive results, be a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Experience with RFID is preferred, but not required.
• Experience with Quality processes/tools (5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, …), but not required.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers.
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted