Graduate Engineer

Job Description

Location: Ballydine, Ireland

Duration: Graduate Development Program (Full-time)

About Our Company

Ballydine is a world-class pharmaceutical manufacturing site located in Co. Tipperary, Ireland. It serves as our premier global hub for the commercialization of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), spray-dried intermediates (SDI), and oral solid dose (OSD) drug products. With cutting-edge technology, a strong culture of collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, Ballydine plays a critical role in bringing life-changing medicines from development to market. As part of our Graduate Development Program, you will gain hands-on experience, develop your technical expertise, and contribute to cutting-edge projects that shape the future of healthcare.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Graduate Engineer Rotation to join our dynamic team at Ballydine. This role offers a unique chance to develop your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment, working alongside industry experts who are passionate about science, technology, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do

• Provide strong technical leadership in support of API and oral solid dose (OSD) commercialization activities, including daily operational oversight, troubleshooting, and resolution of complex manufacturing challenges to ensure seamless product launch and sustained production performance.
• Operate within Ballydine, the company’s premier global site for commercialization of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), spray-dried intermediates (SDI), and oral solid dose (OSD) drug products, supporting the successful scale-up, validation, and launch of new therapies across diverse modalities.
• Lead initiatives focused on process and equipment optimisation to enhance product quality, increase yields, and improve throughput.
• Collaborate closely with the Process Development and Commercialisation teams to integrate new products into the Ballydine facility, whether through new process development or product transfer from other manufacturing sites.
• Partner with research teams on late-stage process development projects, helping to translate innovative science into scalable manufacturing solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement projects using data analytics and digital tools to support operational excellence.

What Skills and Qualifications You Will Need

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree 2:1 in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, or related scientific disciplines.
• Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality systems.
• Excellent communication skills, including technical writing and the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Problem-solving skills with a proactive, analytical mindset.
• Experience or interest in digital technologies, data analytics, and their application in manufacturing environments.
• A collaborative attitude and eagerness to learn and grow within a multidisciplinary team.

Why Join?

• Career Development: Participate in a structured Graduate Development Program designed to accelerate your professional growth through mentorship, training, and cross-functional projects.
• Impact: Contribute directly to manufacturing medicines that improve and save lives globally.
• Innovation: Work in a cutting-edge facility that embraces new technologies and continuous improvement.
• Culture: Be part of a supportive, inclusive team that values diversity, creativity, and collaboration.