Mechanical Engineer (AutoCAD)

The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, development, and delivery of innovative livestock handling and farm infrastructure solutions. This is a hands-on engineering role working closely with sales, manufacturing, and customers from concept through to final installation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create accurate 2D and 3D manufacturing drawings using AutoCAD and related design tools.
• Communicate job requirements clearly and concisely to manufacturing and production teams.
• Design and layout farm buildings and livestock handling systems with a strong focus on animal flow, safety, and efficiency.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, specify components, and ensure compliance with engineering and performance specifications.
• Manage engineering projects in collaboration with the sales team, ensuring timely completion of project milestones.
• Work closely with sales on the design and layout of new customer projects.
• Liaise effectively with cross-functional internal teams, customers, and external suppliers.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across design, manufacturing, and processes.

SKILLS NEEDED

• AutoCAD 2D and 3D

• Strong IT proficiency

• Design thinking and problem-solving capability

• Knowledge of steel fabrication and manufacturing processes

• Process improvement mindset

• Strong understanding of engineering materials and methods

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong knowledge of engineering principles including design, sketching, CAD, industrial materials, manufacturing methods, and processes.

• Proven creativity combined with solid technical expertise.

• Ability to cost projects and demonstrate strong materials knowledge.

• Excellent communication skills – visual, verbal, and written.

• Logically and technically minded with strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and self-motivated with a proactive approach to work.

• Strong knowledge of, or interest in, the agricultural and livestock sector.

What we offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Long-term career progression in a growing Irish engineering company
• Exposure to full project lifecycle (design → manufacture → installation)
• Supportive team environment with real responsibility
• Training and development where required