Explore Research And Development Roles In Ireland

Ireland is home to a great range of multinational businesses, with many companies that employ engineers across a range of industries and skill levels. If you are looking for a role as a Research and Development Engineer, you will find that Ireland is the ideal place to develop your skills and your career in this line.

Whether you’re just starting out as an R & D Engineering Graduate, or you’re an experienced engineer looking for a position that will further your career progression within the sector, the opportunities that are available in Ireland are second to none. If you have the drive to succeed and the skills to make a difference, you may be pleasantly surprised by the sustainable and reliable career options open to you.

What Skills Do I Need As An R&D Engineer?

The skills and attributes that are necessary for work within this sector can vary according to the specific requirements of the position in question, but a general idea of the essentials can be helpful:

Qualifications. A degree in Technical Engineering is the basic level qualification needed for R&D jobs, but a Master’s degree or PhD will be desirable and will give you the opportunity to become a specialist in a particular area.
Attitude. It’s vital to have a positive and committed outlook, and your interest in and passion for the industry should be a prerequisite. However, an attitude of willingness to develop your skills and experience is an attribute that many employers will value, and you should be prepared to learn from colleagues and other engineers as part of your role.
Ability to work as part of a team. Engineering is rarely an isolated career, and good interpersonal skills will be helpful in most roles. You will usually be working as part of a team, so your experience and skills in managing a team and working productively will be important here.
Flexibility. Many engineering positions offer employees the chance to travel, and to meet and work with a wide range of people. A willingness to work on different sites and broaden your skill base will be helpful to you, and you will find that you can create a highly stimulating career for yourself.

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Joe Robbins is co-founder of CareerWise Recruitment. A graduate of the University of Limerick (Degree in Business Studies, 1985), Joe worked in the UK for five years where he specialised in materials management, production management and plant management for a number of companies.

He returned to Ireland in 1992 to become Operations Manager for a Cork-based start-up, FMC Automotive Division which was subsequently taken over by Snap-on Equipment. Joe managed the business re-location of this company to Shannon in 1997 before setting up CareerWise Recruitment in 1999.

He is a committee member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Mid-West region, and a former Director and Vice President of the Shannon Chamber of Commerce. Joe is former Chairperson of the Sixmilebridge Camogie Club and current Chairperson of the Clare County Camogie Board.

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