Research and Development Engineer 2

Cook Group

Research and Development Engineer 2 leading technical projects in medical devices at Cook Medical's European headquarters. Engineers will work on innovative devices and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Posted 6/23/2026contractLimerick • 🇮🇪 IrelandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead portions of projects/programs while also supporting other project teams, as needed.
Collaborate across functional department(s), grow and advance their area of technical expertise, and provide guidance and technical leadership within their area.
Contribute to the development of best practices in focus area(s) of work.
Leading technical development for portions of projects/programs.
Support key design decisions to ensure quality of design selection to meet customer needs.
Attainment of goals within area of expertise.
Identify focus area(s) for their projects across the functional department(s).
Conduct research and contribute to the development of best practices in focus area(s).
Support and contribute to the creation of procedures or white paper guidance for functional groups.
Deploy knowledge and support the correct implementation of new concepts and/or approaches.
Interact with SME’s, physicians, and product managers to develop innovative medical devices to improve patient care.
Interpret data, organize, execute, and coordinate project activities within portions of projects/programs.
Develop and execute activities and documentation to create and maintain design history files.
Assist with the development and implementation of new processes and solutions that will impact the achievement of the department business metrics.
Provide technical input on company intellectual property relevant to area of work to drive innovation and IP generation.
Use innovative and creative problem-solving techniques to overcome complex engineering challenges.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 3 years’ relevant experience required
Relevant advanced degrees (Master’s or PhD) may reduce the experience requirement by 2-4 years
Experience in a technical role within Medical Device or regulated industry/adjacent experience
Vascular delivery systems, stents or stent grafts would be an advantage
Min 2-3 years solid experience generating DHF documentation (risk management, design inputs, design standards, test protocols & reports) for Class III medical devices
Experience in sterilisation animal studies, microbiology and biocompatibility would be an advantage
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Strong technical writing
Ability to work with cross functional teams to solve complex problems
Knowledge of relevant ISO, EU, FDA medical devices standards regulations is preferred
Fluency in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data concepts, including the ability to critically evaluate AI outputs, improve workflows using approved tools, identify and mitigate bias or inaccuracies, and communicate AI-driven insights clearly and responsibly to peers and managers.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid Work Model
Company sponsored Defined Contribution pension scheme
Medical Health Insurance cover for you and your immediate family
Life Assurance and Income Protection cover
Educational Assistance
Performance related Bonus
Extensive health & wellness program including Indian head massages, healthy lifestyle seminars, mindfulness courses, physio sessions, flu vaccinations, nutrition talks
Fully equipped gym on site
39-hour week with flexible start & finish times
Paid time off to participate in volunteer activities
Free parking
Subsidised restaurant
Sports & Social club

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Hard Skills & Tools

engineeringdesign history files (DHF) documentationrisk managementdesign inputsdesign standardstest protocolstest reportssterilisation studiesmicrobiologybiocompatibility

Soft Skills

analytical skillscritical thinkingtechnical writingproblem-solvingcollaborationcommunication

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in EngineeringMaster’s degreePhD