Ingersoll Rand

Design Engineer

Ingersoll Rand

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Waterford • Ireland

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About the role

  • Design detailed 2D and 3D designs for plastic components, assemblies, jigs, and fixtures using CAD software (e.g., Spaceclaim, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD)
  • Translate customer concepts, sketches, and specifications into manufacturable designs
  • Produce engineering drawings, cutting lists, and technical documentation for production
  • Conduct design-for-manufacture (DFM) evaluations to ensure efficient fabrication and assembly
  • Work closely with workshop personnel to understand fabrication capabilities (CNC routing, laser cutting, thermoforming, bending, bonding, welding of plastics)
  • Provide technical guidance to production teams during build phases
  • Troubleshoot design or production issues and propose practical solutions
  • Select appropriate plastics (e.g., acrylic, polycarbonate, PVC, HDPE, ABS) based on application, performance, manufacturability
  • Prepare design proposals, cost estimates, and feasibility assessments
  • Communicate with customers when required to refine specifications or discuss design revisions
  • Ensure designs meet required quality standards and relevant safety or industry specifications
  • Maintain organized design files and documentation in accordance with company standards

Requirements

  • Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, Product Design, or equivalent experience
  • Proficiency in CAD software (Spaceclaim / Discovery preferred)
  • Strong understanding of plastics fabrication processes
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on mindset
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and work to deadlines
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Experience in a plastics manufacturing or fabrication environment (desirable)
  • Knowledge of CNC programming or CAM software (desirable)
  • Familiarity with thermoplastics material properties (desirable)
  • Experience with prototyping and rapid manufacturing technologies (desirable)
Benefits
  • Special accommodation for persons with disabilities available
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
CAD softwareSpaceclaimSolidWorksAutodesk InventorAutoCADdesign-for-manufacture (DFM)CNC programmingCAM softwareprototypingrapid manufacturing technologies
Soft Skills
problem-solvingcommunicationteamworkproject managementhands-on mindset
Certifications
Degree in Mechanical EngineeringDegree in Design EngineeringDegree in Product Design