R&D Mechanical Project Engineer

Castlebar, Ireland Posted on 22/05/2026

ID Recruitment are working with a growing mechanical company in Castlebarwho are manufacturers of insulated ducting solutions to recruit a R&DMechanical Project Engineer. This role will report to the R&D Manager andwill beresponsible for managing and supporting all aspects of company'sresearch and development activities, ensuring projects are deliveredefficiently, innovatively, and in line with business objectives.

This would be an excellent career opportunity for a Mechanical Engineerseeking hands-on involvement across the full project lifecycle from initialconcept and design through to manufacturing and final installation. Thesuccessful candidate will join an innovative company that has developed aunique, industry-leading ducting solution, offering the opportunity to work oncutting-edge engineering projects within a forward-thinking and highlycollaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities include;

• Attend weekly project meetings and provide updates on the progress ofR&D initiatives
  
• Support the continuous development and improvement of R&D processesand procedures
  
• Maintain and manage project GANTT charts to ensure targets and deadlinesare achieved
  
• Work closely with the R&D Manager to prioritise and plan R&Dactivities
  
• Conduct research into emerging technologies and industry developments tosupport innovation
  
• Take a proactive and creative approach to problem-solving and productdevelopment
  
• Monitor and report on departmental KPIs and project performance metrics
  
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to support productdevelopment objectives
  
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and instructional materialswhere required
  

Requirements

• Honors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
  
• At least one year experience in mechanical design and/or buildingservices engineering .
  
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks, with working knowledge of Revit andBIM coordination
  
• Experience using CAD automation tools such as DriveWorks
  
• Open to adopting new technologies and innovative ways of working,including AI-driven tools and processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, andinnovation
  
• Strong technical writing skills with the ability to create clear reportsand instructional documentation
  
• Excellent analytical, creative thinking, and problem-solving abilities
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to workeffectively within a team environment
  
• Knowledge of product development, testing, and evaluation processes
  
• Legally authorised to work within the EU and fluent in English forbusiness communication