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Innovation Process Engineer, G&S Stainless Services Ltd

  • Sector: Science
  • Location: Hackballscross (Louth, Ireland)
  • Salary: €38k - €44k
  • Project duration: 18 months
  • Contract length: Permanent
  • Hours per week: 40 Hours
  • Closing date and time: 12/05/2026, 17:00

Job Summary

This position is with G&S Stainless Services Ltd. The role forms part of an Innovation Boost project supported by InterTradeIreland. Salary support under the programme is provided for 18 months; however, the employment contract is with G&S Stainless Services Ltd and is not limited to the funding period.

G&S Stainless Services specialises in the fabrication, installation, and maintenance of stainless steel vessels, process pipework, structural steelwork, stairs, platforms, and aesthetic steelwork. Serving pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and industrial sectors across Ireland and Northern Ireland, G&S delivers turnkey solutions that combine high-quality fabrication, responsive service, and technical expertise to meet complex client requirements.

Job Description

This new role at G&S Stainless is key to embedding process engineering, controls, and compliance expertise within G&S Stainless, enabling delivery of turnkey, scalable, and technically advanced services for its clients.

Key responsibilities of this role will include:

  • Implementing and supporting 3D digital design and prototyping systems.
  • Applying Design for Manufacture & Assembly (DFMA) to optimise efficiency, quality, and repeatability.
  • Leading mechanical, process, and instrumentation design, including fluid handling, sensors, controls, and chemical treatment systems.
  • Developing and documenting service delivery procedures, SOPs, and operational workflows.
  • Ensuring regulatory compliance, including CE marking under the Machinery Directive, safety standards, and in-house testing.

This role will initially focus on the design and project management of bespoke equipment and associated procedures that will enable G&S Stainless to offer an exciting new service to its growing customer base.

The successful graduate will lead this project, in a supportive partnership with Southern Regional College as part of the InterTradeIreland Innovation Boost Programme.

Interviews will be held approximately week commencing: 18/05/2026

Essential Criteria

  • Degree in Process/Mechanical/mechatronics engineering or similar.
  • Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a mechanical or process engineering role.
  • Must be legally entitled to work in Ireland/EU and travel throughout the island of Ireland if required; if you do require a visa/work permit allowing you to work in Ireland/EU you must upload a copy of it with your application. Failure to provide a relevant Visa/Work permit may result in your application not being considered.

Desirable Criteria

  • Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, or equivalent) for equipment and system design.
  • Knowledge of Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) principles
  • Strong understanding of mechanical design, process flow, or equipment fabrication.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications for manufacturing and assembly.
  • Previous involvement in product design, including process or fluid handling systems.
  • Familiarity with process engineering, controls integration, and development of service delivery procedures for industrial equipment.