Careers / Engineering

Seeking innovators and creators

We’re expanding our global engineering team with exciting engineering opportunities. Join us and experience first-hand the entire product lifecycle under one roof, from early-stage design and prototyping in our R&D lab to full-scale production. We’re hiring across all engineering disciplines: mechanical, electrical, process, AI, software, hardware, and more. Ready to make a real impact? Become part of our team of lifesavers.

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Join a proven,
innovative, Irish
multinational.

  • 1,250 employees globally
  • 50+ years of pioneering sensor innovation
  • €400+ million annual turnover
  • 15 million devices produced annually
  • 100% of manufacturing in Ireland
  • 36,000m2 state-of-the-art facility
  • 7 in-market subsidiaries

Under one roof

For more than five decades, our team has designed and manufactured life safety products from our base in Shannon. Here, you’ll experience first-hand the entire product lifecycle, from early-stage design and prototyping in our R&D lab to full-scale production.

The beauty of Ei is we have everything under one roof, from R&D and engineering, to automation, testing, and manufacturing. It’s all here, with all the key people.
Noel Purcell, Chemical & Sensor Engineer

Our engineers are innovators, designers, and creators of home life safety devices.

We’re made up of a huge variety of roles, including:

  • Designer engineers
  • Process engineers
  • Mechanical engineers
  • Electrical engineers
  • Software engineers
  • Hardware engineers
  • Automation engineers
  • AI engineers
  • Quality engineers

50 years of
pioneering
breakthroughs.

  • Wireless RF mesh connectivity
  • Easy-fit base for simple installations
  • 10-year and rechargeable battery technology
  • App-based, real-time, data download
  • Multi-sensor domestic alarms
  • Real-time, remote monitoring and inspection
  • Dust compensation technology   
  • Control accessories

State-of-the-art
engineering facilities

You’ll test, trial and create in an advanced, state-of-the-art lab,
with the latest technologies and testing facilities.

  • Echo-free or anechoic chambers
  • 3-D printers for prototype development
  • Smoke tunnel testing equipment
  • Radio mesh network testers
  • Power analysers
There’s no better place for an engineer to work. Manufacturing and engineering co-exist seamlessly. It’s hands on and you’re learning and applying your enhanced knowledge all the time.
Kevin Moore, Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Career &
Professional Development

We’ll support and guide you, with frequent engineering opportunities for internal promotion. Upskilling or training? We’re happy to contribute financially and facilitate time off from work if the training is relevant to your role.

I started as a Line Operator in 2014. With the support of Ei, I’ve been able to continue my studies and really build my career. They’ve been brilliant.
Magda Kwiatkowska, Product Validation Specialist

Engineering at Ei

Innovative, global company

You’ll join our 40-strong engineering team who lead our innovation. We pioneer solutions in smoke, heat, carbon monoxide, and humidity sensors, and drive breakthroughs in connectivity, monitoring, and insights.

Cross-functional, collaborative teams

There are no silos here. You’ll find a dynamic company where every department works together. Mechanical, electronics, process, automation, hardware, software and AI engineers testing, challenging, supporting and collaborating.

Super location with great quality of life

Located in the mid-West, you’ll have the Wild Atlantic Way, major cities like Limerick and Galway, 3rd level education institutions and an international airport, all on your doorstep.

Close ties with
leading institutions

We share strong partnerships with leading third-level institutions across all our markets. Together, we conduct vital research and annually offer co-op and graduate placement opportunities.

Benefits
Subsidised health insurance
Competitive salary
Comprehensive bonus program
Company pension
Life assurance
Onsite medical centre
Sports & social club
State-of-the-art gym & fitness centre
Subsidised onsite restaurant & barista

Join our team
of lifesavers

Our open roles are listed below. If you don’t see a role that matches your qualifications but feel you’re a fit, we’d still like to hear from you. Email your CV and cover letter to careers@eielectronics.ie

R&D Engineering Roles
Job Title
Job Description
R&D Engineering Manager
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and expand our fast-growing multidisciplinary engineering organization responsible for developing next-generation products.
Software Controls Engineer
The focus of the role of the Sofware Controls Engineer is to deliver high quality Software Solutions for bespoke Automated assembly machines for use within the production areas here at Ei.
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