ÉireComposites

Manufacturing Technician

Join ÉireComposites in Inverin as a Manufacturing Technician working on renewable energy and marine projects. This role involves making wooden moulds, steel frames, and composite laminates. Enjoy a supportive team environment, competitive salary, pension, and wellness events.

ÉireComposites

Company Overview

Name

ÉireComposites

Headquarters

Inverin, County Galway, Ireland

Founded

1998

Size

Approximately 60 employees (source: compositesworld.com). No public revenue figures available as it operates as a private entity.

What They Do

ÉireComposites is a private composites manufacturing company that specializes in lightweight fiber-reinforced materials tailored for the aerospace, space, renewables, and mobility sectors. The company focuses on core technology in fiber-reinforced composite materials, particularly utilizing thermoset and thermoplastic processes. Rather than engaging in direct renewable energy generation, ÉireComposites supplies critical components for renewable energy applications, including wind turbine blades and tidal energy structures (source: compositesworld.com). Their product offerings include accredited design, manufacturing, and testing of high-performance parts, such as commercial aerospace components for IAE V2500 engines, space satellite structures, and mobility parts, all produced in-house with patented technologies.

Projects & Track Record

ÉireComposites has a strong track record of notable projects, including the production of aerospace parts for Bombardier and Spirit AeroSystems, which were first utilized on IAE V2500 engines in 2008. The company is also engaged in ongoing projects related to commercial space parts, leveraging an ultra-cleanroom environment for precision manufacturing. Current major projects include the EU-funded CARBOWAVE initiative, which focuses on manufacturing a 2m wind turbine blade, and various R&D efforts in aerospace demonstrators and large-scale wind and tidal turbine blades (source: carbowave.uv.es). Key clients include Spirit AeroSystems, Airbus Canada, and the European Space Agency, showcasing the company's international reach and collaboration on significant projects.

Recent Developments

In the past two years, ÉireComposites has achieved significant milestones, including winning the JEC World Innovation Award in 2024. The company has also announced its involvement in designing parts for a space satellite set for an ozone-monitoring mission, further solidifying its position in the aerospace sector. Additionally, ÉireComposites has made progress on EU-level projects such as CARBOWAVE and the development of technology for cleaner shipping (source: irishtimes.com). While no acquisitions or mergers have been reported, the company continues to secure research grants, with over €20 million managed by the CEO, including recent funding from Horizon Europe.

Working There

ÉireComposites offers a variety of roles across different departments, including R&D, engineering, production, quality, finance, and business development. The company actively recruits talent for positions such as project engineers, quality managers, and production supervisors, all based at its Inverin facility. The culture at ÉireComposites is characterized by a strong research ethos stemming from its university origins, which attracts top engineering and manufacturing candidates. The leadership team, including CEO Dr. Tomás Flanagan, brings extensive experience from industries such as BP and Boeing, contributing to a highly skilled workforce dedicated to high standards and customer satisfaction (source: eirecomposites.com). However, specific benefits or perks for employees are not documented in the available sources.


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Job Description

Whether you're a carpenter, fitter, construction worker, boat enthusiast, or someone who enjoys practical, hands-on work, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Join a growing manufacturing team in Inverin, learn specialist composite manufacturing skills, and work on exciting projects in renewable energy and marine industries, all while enjoying an early finish every Friday.

This role would suit a candidate looking to work locally in Connemara in a friendly environment that is teams based, supportive and friendly.

Job Summary

We are seeking to hire a manufacturing technician who will be responsible for manufacturing work relating to the renewable energy and marine sectors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manufacturing of wooden moulds and fixtures.
  • Manufacture of steel frames.
  • Manufacture of composite laminates.
  • To support across all departments with the analysis of material samples.
  • Working knowledge of boats and the marine industry.
  • Follow detailed assembly instructions, processes, and procedures to correctly manufacture and assemble composite parts to meet individual customer and project requirements as required.
  • Complete all records required as per processes/procedures/project documentation requirements and training provided.
  • Report problems with quality, processes, equipment, or materials to the Operations manager.
  • Support the movement of materials and use of lifting equipment correctly.
  • Operate machinery, tools, and aids as required.
  • Complete routine tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Maintaining a clean and neat working environment, ensuring high standards of housekeeping and 6s.
  • Cross training/Versatility within team and organisation as required.
  • Undertake all other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification.

Experience

  • Trade qualification in carpentry or other related trade and or combination of experience that meets competence required for a technician role. Experience in manufacturing, construction, setting out, fitting, or finishing is desirable.

Skills

  • Excellent attention to detail - reading drawings, measuring accuracy.
  • Excellent manual dexterity and co-ordination.
  • Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrates good problem-solving capability.
  • Proficiency in the English language is required.

Other

  • The prospective candidate must be able to demonstrate a positive can-do attitude, professional approach and self-motivation in completing assigned tasks.
  • Individuals will be required to be mobile, with frequent standing, bending, reaching grasping, stooping and walking are requirements for role
  • Effective team member.
  • Open to ongoing learning, feedback, development and cross training.
  • Fluency in Irish is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

  • Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary that reflects your qualifications, skills and experience, ensuring you are rewarded for your contributions to our teams and business.
  • Benefits: Company pension (3% matched contribution) and 20 days annual leave. Death in service/life assurance.
  • Professional Development: We are committed to your professional growth, providing opportunities for ongoing training, annual performance reviews and appraisals and advancement within the company.
  • Other Perks:
    • Wellness and team events.
    • Easily accessible - 25 mins from Knocknacarra.
    • Work wear provided and Personal Protective Equipment.
    • On-site parking & canteen.

How to Apply

Please submit your application and include the following

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter: Explaining why you're the perfect fit for this role

Equal Opportunity Statement

ÉireComposties is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Contact Information

For any inquiries regarding this position, please contact [email protected]

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About the role

August 27, 2026

August 28, 2026

Full time

On-site

Company

Bioenergy

ÉireComposites

eirecomposites.com

  •  Inverin, County Galway, Ireland

Trade qualification and experience in manufacturing or related field desirable.

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