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Johnson & Johnson

Lead Electrical Engineer

Posted Oct 24, 2025
Job ID: JJJP00023927
Location
Limerick
Hours/week
40 hrs/week
Timeline
1 year
Payrate range
Unknown

Senior / Lead Electrical Engineer

Location: Limerick (Hybrid working - 3 days on site)

Duration: 12 months

Hours: 39 hours per week


Imagine your next project taking the lead on all electrical aspects of the design and commissioning of automated machinery in a high-volume manufacturing facility.

Senior/lead electrical engineer required to operate within multifunctional project engineering teams, delivering new and modified equipment in a high-volume manufacturing facility.

This senior technical role requires a candidate with the experience, technical ability, and confidence to take the lead on all electrical aspects of the design and commissioning of automated machinery from the LV distribution to the 24V control systems.

This role also requires an individual with the motivation and vision to drive continuous improvements in a busy, expanding manufacturing facility.


roles and responsibilities

Oversee and lead the electrical engineering function within project teams and site operations. This will involve:

  • Oversee and review the development, testing, and installation of Electrical distribution and control system as part of a highly automated, high volume 24/7 validated production environment.

  • Participate within project teams, provide technical support, and make informed decisions on Electrical and control system hardware and architecture selection within a multi-functional multidiscipline team environment.

  • Advise in fault-finding of complex automation equipment and control systems when required.

  • Maintain comprehensive documentation to Medical Device standards.

  • Inspect new and existing vendor electrical equipment for compliance with JJV Electrical requirements.

  • Carry out electrical commissioning assessments and sign-off new/modified installations.

  • Manage introduction of new site electrical requirements documents for vendors and internal procedures and checks.

  • Update site electrical standards to reflect current international standards and new types of equipment.

  • Monitor and continually improve the site electrical power up plan and address associated queries.

  • Maintain electrical drawing software network licensing systems and repository.

  • Guide, advise and oversee the site wide electrical engineering function to ensure the highest quality of service to the business.

how to succeed

Bring your senior-level technical expertise and a continuous improvement mindset to complex automation challenges. You will also bring:

  • Minimum Level 8 Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

  • Strong knowledge of current Irish and international electrical standards, directives, and best practices

  • Design and commissioning of LV Distribution and MCC systems

  • Design and commissioning of 24V Controls and Automation systems

  • Drawing packages (e.g., AutoCad, EPLAN, Vault etc.)

  • Cable design/sizing experience (e.g., manual calcs, Amtech etc.)

  • Experience with fully automated machinery

  • Experience in senior/lead electrical engineering role

  • Large scale manufacturing plant experience an advantage

  • Excellent time management and prioritisation skills

  • Excellent problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work both in a team and independently

  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment

  • Excellent decision making skills

  • Confidence and experience to work autonomously

  • Self-motivated to drive continuous improvements.


benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 12 months


you are welcome here

Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.


about Johnson & Johnson Vision

Johnson & Johnson Vision brings together cutting-edge insights, science, technology and people. We partner with eye care professionals and help more people around the world preserve and restore sight. Our portfolio includes the best selling contact lens brand in the world, ACUVUE, plus consumer eye health solutions, dry eye treatments, refractive (Lasik) and cataract products. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough, create a world connected by SIGHT with your next project at Johnson & Johnson Vision.


application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email.


Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.

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