Plant Engineer

Dublin April 9, 2026 Full Time

Title:

Plant Engineer

Company:

Ipsen Manufacturing Ireland Ltd


 

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

 Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description:

Ipsen Ireland is seeking a talented Plant Engineer to join our state-of-the-art facility in Dublin. Specialising in the production of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) for our key products, our site offers a modern working environment and the opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading global biopharmaceutical company.

What we’re looking for:

The ideal candidate will possess experience in maintenance engineering within the pharmaceutical industry. A strong background in upstream and downstream processing, utilities, lyophilization, process abatement systems, HVAC, purified water, clean steam, refrigeration, and liquid waste management/treatment systems.

What you’ll do:

  • Ensure a safe work environment by adhering to all relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures.

  • Lead root cause investigations, and technical troubleshooting for equipment and system-related issues, ensuring follow-up actions are completed and learnings implemented.

  • Take ownership of assigned equipment and systems within a GMP-compliant manufacturing environment.

  • Oversee the daily operational performance of designated equipment and systems.

  • Analyse performance data and trends to proactively identify and address potential issues, optimizing system reliability and efficiency.

  • Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities for equipment and processes, and support technicians with preventive maintenance tasks.

  • Proactively plan and implement preventive measures to avoid equipment issues, aligning with manufacturing schedules and resource availability.

  • Lead and contribute to system enhancements, including drafting detailed specifications, engineering documentation, and standard operating procedures.

  • Ensure a comprehensive critical spare parts list is established and that appropriate inventory levels are maintained.

  • Develop and maintain a structured plan for future equipment improvements and scheduled downtimes.

What you’ll bring:

  • Engineering Degree and/or Trade with 5 years' experience.

Ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference? Join our dedicated team and help transform patient care around the world. Don’t miss out—apply today and start your journey toward a rewarding future!

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