As an accomplished Proton Therapy Site Manager and Electronic Engineer with over 25 years of experience across the medical engineering and semiconductor industries, I have a proven track record in project management, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. My career has been defined by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing complex technical projects, and fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.Currently, I’m pursuing an MBA in Technology Management to deepen my strategic management skills and broaden my leadership capabilities in an increasingly tech-driven world.Key highlights of my experience:• Leadership & Team Management: Successfully led teams of up to 20 engineers, cultivating an open and collaborative environment that drives productivity and innovation.• Project Management: Managed high-value, technically complex projects, consistently delivering on time and within budget. Enhanced planning methodologies that improved efficiency and predictability across project phases.• Stakeholder Engagement: Strengthened collaboration between international teams and secured significant funding through effective representation of site capabilities.• Safety and Compliance: Led the transformation of safety cultures in multiple roles, ensuring compliance and creating incident-free workplaces.I thrive in roles where strategic vision meets operational excellence, and where cross-functional collaboration is key to delivering complex projects on time. My broad experience, particularly in proton therapy and semiconductor manufacturing, equips me with unique insights into both highly regulated industries and cutting-edge technologies.Looking ahead, I’m seeking new challenges where I can leverage my leadership, project management, and technical expertise to drive value in technology-focused environments.Feel free to connect or reach out—I'm always open to discussing opportunities or exchanging insights.
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Proton Therapy - Site Manager / Installations ManagerAdvanced Oncotherapy Plc Dec 2021 - Jun 2024Daresbury, England, United KingdomIn my role as Proton Therapy Site & Installations Manager at Advanced Oncotherapy, I oversaw the installation, commissioning, and operational readiness of cutting-edge proton therapy systems, ensuring the successful delivery of high-energy medical solutions. Promoted from Deputy Site Manager, I led a multidisciplinary team in a high-stakes environment, driving both technical excellence and a strong safety culture.Key achievements:Safety Leadership: Transformed the site’s safety culture, achieving an incident and injury-free operation, with a focus on compliance and proactive risk management.Project Management: Defined project parameters, managed team resources, and contributed to PMO processes, ensuring smooth collaboration across teams and delivering project phases on time or ahead of schedule.High-Energy Beam Delivered: Successfully delivered the first high-energy medical LINAC beam at 230MeV, a milestone in proton therapy technology that paved the way for further advancements.Team Leadership & Collaboration: Strengthened team morale by fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture, where all ideas were welcome, which led to enhanced productivity and innovation across the team.Process Improvement: Implemented systematic project phase preparation and review methodologies, resulting in improved project predictability, better planning, and streamlined operational processes.Stakeholder Engagement: Worked closely with international teams, partners, and vendors, ensuring successful project delivery and contributing to securing additional funding.My tenure at Advanced Oncotherapy has sharpened my leadership, project management, and technical skills in the proton therapy space, positioning me to lead complex, high-value projects in cutting-edge medical technologies. -
Proton Therapy - Deputy Site ManagerAdvanced Oncotherapy Plc Dec 2020 - Dec 2021Daresbury, England, United KingdomInstallations manager, Commissioning, Verification and Validation of LIGHT system.
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Proton Therapy Engineer - Installation & CommissioningThe Christie Nhs Foundation Trust Oct 2016 - Mar 2019Manchester, United KingdomAt The Christie, I served as the Lead Installation Engineer for the implementation of the Varian Proton Therapy System, playing a pivotal role in the commissioning of one of the UK’s leading proton therapy centres. My role involved close collaboration with multiple stakeholders, including the NHS, Varian (the equipment vendor), and the primary contractor, ensuring the seamless delivery, installation, and clinical commissioning of cutting-edge proton therapy technology.Key achievements:• Systemwide Exposure: Provided oversight for the installation and commissioning of key components, including the cyclotron, beamline, proton gantry, imaging systems, dosimetry and all associated control systems / software, ensuring seamless integration and operational readiness.• Safety Leadership: Drove safety culture during installation. Implementing safe systems of work such as the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) database, safeguarding personnel and equipment during critical phases.• Stakeholder Collaboration: Acted as a critical liaison between the NHS, Varian, and contractors, advising on system installation and supporting clinical commissioning and operation, contributing to the smooth transition from installation to clinical readiness.• 24/7 Support: Delivered round-the-clock technical support during critical scenarios, ensuring minimal downtime and uninterrupted progress throughout the project.This role deepened my expertise in proton therapy systems and further strengthened my ability to lead complex technical projects in highly regulated environments, where safety, precision, and collaboration are paramount. -
International Field Service Engineer. Nikon Semiconductor EquipmentNtek Litho Limited Apr 2015 - Sep 2016Liverpool, United KingdomAs an International Field Service Engineer at NTEK Lithography, I managed the installation, repair, and refurbishment of advanced lithographic equipment for clients globally. My role required a balance of on-site technical support, project coordination, and client communication to ensure optimal performance of highly specialized machinery.Key achievements:• Technical Expertise: Led the installation and refurbishment of lithography systems, providing hands-on troubleshooting and maintenance to ensure equipment met operational and quality standards.• Global Project Support: Provided both remote and on-site technical support to international clients, coordinating with customer project management teams to address complex technical challenges and maintain tight project timelines.• Customer Relationship Management: Acted as technical liaison for clients, ensuring clear communication and collaboration between customer teams and internal engineering resources.• Critical Response: Delivered prompt, round-the-clock support during urgent scenarios, minimizing downtime and ensuring smooth operations for clients’ high-stakes manufacturing environments.This role enhanced my ability to manage global, customer-facing projects and provided me with deep technical knowledge of lithography systems, along with invaluable experience in handling technical challenges in high-pressure environments. -
Lithography Equipment Eng/TechIntel Corporation Aug 1997 - Nov 2014Kildare, County Kildare, IrelandOver the course of 17 years at Intel, I held progressively responsible roles in the installation, servicing, and maintenance of advanced lithographic equipment (Nikon and ASML systems), contributing to Intel's world-class semiconductor manufacturing operations. My experience encompassed leadership, technical expertise, and significant project management responsibilities that had a direct impact on operational efficiency and cost savings.Key achievements:• Team Leadership: Managed and trained technician teams responsible for installing and maintaining lithographic equipment, ensuring seamless operation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.• Project Management: Led the successful delivery of Intel’s first in-house decommissioning project, achieving a £5M cost saving by streamlining the process and effectively managing resources.• Process Optimization: Spearheaded a parts harvesting initiative that resulted in the creation of a new parts inventory valued at £2M, improving equipment uptime and reducing lead times for critical components.• Safety & Compliance: Played a key role in developing and upholding a world-class safety culture, which was foundational for my subsequent roles in safety leadership.• Cross-functional Collaboration: Worked closely with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements that enhanced equipment performance and productivity.My time at Intel provided me with a solid foundation in high-tech manufacturing and advanced equipment management, as well as a deep understanding of safety protocols and process optimization in a highly regulated industry.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Paul Noonan
What is Paul Noonan's role at the current company?
Paul Noonan's current role is Engineering Manager | Proton Therapy Site Manager | Project Management | 25+ Years in Medical Engineering & Semiconductors | Driving Safety, Quality, and Strategic Leadership | MBA (Technology Management) Candidate.
What schools did Paul Noonan attend?
Paul Noonan attended The Open University, Project Management Institute, Institute Of Technology, Sligo, Institute Of Technology, Tallaght.
What skills is Paul Noonan known for?
Paul Noonan has skills like Semiconductor Industry, Semiconductors, Failure Analysis, Ic, Metrology, Lithography, Nikon, Scanner Installation, Scanner Deinstall, Preventive Maintenance, Engineering Management, Design Of Experiments.
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