Job Description

Quality Engineer (QA/QC) – Limerick
Location: Limerick (Site-Based)
Sector: Pharmaceutical Construction – Controlled Environments
Role Type: Full-Time Permanent or Contract

About the Role
Optimize Recruitment, working closely with our client, are seeking a Quality Engineer (QA/QC) to oversee quality management and compliance on a major pharmaceutical project with a specialist contractor in Limerick.

This position will suit a professional with strong experience in construction quality, BCAR compliance, and fit-out or cleanroom environments. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Manager, site team, and client representatives to ensure all works are delivered to the highest standards and in line with project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA/QC activities on site, ensuring compliance with project specifications and client standards.
• Implement and maintain the site quality management system and associated documentation.
• Oversee BCAR processes and coordinate with Assigned Certifiers as required.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and verification of installation works and materials.
• Review and approve ITPs, test results, and material certificates.
• Liaise with subcontractors to ensure adherence to company and client quality requirements.
• Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and corrective/preventive action processes.
• Support validation and commissioning teams to ensure handover documentation is accurate and complete.
•  Prepare and submit quality reports, checklists, and final turnover packages.
• Promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement across all site operations.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• 2+ years’ experience in a QA/QC role within construction, ideally within cleanroom, pharma, or controlled environment projects.
• Proven knowledge of BCAR procedures and documentation.
• Strong understanding of ISO standards and construction quality systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within project teams.
• Strong communication, organisation, and reporting abilities.
• Irish/UK construction experience highly advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

• Vehicle or travel allowance
• Pension contribution
• 25 days annual leave
• Opportunity to work on a flagship pharmaceutical project with a leading contractor

For additional information and a confidential discussion on this and similar opportunities, contact Shane Fleming on 083 088 5073 or email Shane@optimizerecruitment.ie.

Please e-mail your CV with the Vacancy Reference OR -14413 in the subject line.

All applications will be handled in strict confidence, and your CV will not be shared without prior approval.
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