Boston Scientific has exciting opportunities for Graduate Engineers across three Irish sites: Galway, Cork and Clonmel.
Boston Scientific Galway is Boston Scientific’s first international manufacturing facility, was established in Ireland in 1994. The facility has expanded significantly since then and it now comprises a modern purpose built 400,000 square foot facility housing both manufacturing and research and development. The facility is located on the outskirts of Galway city overlooking the famous Ballybrit Racecourse with an onsite gym, Starbucks & large canteen. The Galway facility is unique within the Boston Scientific Corporation structure in so far as it is the only facility that produces products for three of the organisation’s main product ranges. Galway has a full array of supporting Technologies on site which renders it virtually self-sufficient in the supply of its own sub-assemblies. Products - used to access, diagnose and treat anatomic sites - span 60 categories and include more than 14,500 product variants.
As an employer we know that to get the best, we must give the best. That is why our Graduate Programme is committed to giving each graduate a variety of experience within our organisation and structured on the job training. This position is a perfect opportunity for an ambitious person to gain exceptional experience in a large manufacturing multinational that will highly benefit their future career and complement their studies.
During the Programme, graduates will have the opportunity to work on cutting edge technology in a state of the art facility with the most up to date equipment and technology.
Job purpose
In Operations, provide daily support of products, processes, materials, and equipment to achieve production goals (i.e., quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and safety).
Key responsibilities
- Uses problem-solving methodologies to support issue investigations and make improvementsActively interacts with cross-functional team members through face-to-face meetings, virtual video calls, emails or group sessions.
- Practices good teamwork by actively listening, sharing ideas and working together as one team, in support of day-to-day operating requirements.
- Assists in the development and analysis of process, product, material or equipment specifications and performance requirements
- Evaluates new equipment/processes/chemicals for environmental impact to eliminate or lessen such impacts in conjunction with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)As part of personal development, may assume engineering responsibility for manufacturing equipment or processes within the cleanroom environment.
- Interfaces with vendors, possibly physicians and other technical consultants as part of the role.
- Builds Quality into all aspects of work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements in Standard Operating Procedures.
Requirements/ experience for Graduate Programme
- Must have an NFQ Level 8 degree 240 credits in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) discipline and graduated in the last 2 years.
- Relevant work experience/ co-op programme is desirable.
- Strong system skills and aptitude.
- Good communication skills, teamwork abilities and initiative.
- Proven ability to work well as part of a team & on own with minimum supervision.
- Enthusiastic self-starter.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Eligible to work in Ireland.
What we can offer you
- Competitive Benefits – we offer market leading benefits including performance-related bonus, pension contribution, onsite gym, healthcare and an onsite Starbucks.
- A Career with Meaningful Purpose – opportunity to transform the lives of patients worldwide.
- Our Culture - our work is guided by core values that define our culture and empower our employees.
- Career Development – our highly engaged leaders will empower you to grow and will invest in your potential. You can also broaden your skills through personal development courses.
- Opportunity to Innovate – we encourage you to fulfil your true creative potential by speaking up with your ideas and solutions to problems that matter.
- Work-Life Balance – we have created a culture that acknowledges, respects and supports your life and work choices.
- Corporate Social Responsibility – we are dedicated to progressing business practices in areas important to our communities. Our onsite charity events have raised over €1.5 million for worthy causes in the past ten years.
With determination, imagination and a deep passion for human life, we’re exceeding the boundaries of what was previously thought possible. When you join us, you will see that reflected in everything you do, so if you’re ready to make a difference to people from all walks of life, there’s no better place to make it happen.
