LotusWorks, headquartered in Sligo and with operations in Dublin, Galway and Cork, has been awarded the much-sought-after CPD (continuing professional development) Accredited Employer standard by Engineers Ireland. CPD has played a crucial role in the successful growth and expansion of LotusWorks, which provides professional engineering and technical services for organisations in Ireland and around the world. This leading organisation encourages employees to develop their skills and knowledge through formalised structures and initiatives, including further education, management skills development and the recent introduction of a graduate programme. “Engineers continue to have real career options and the demand for engineers of all backgrounds in Ireland is rising especially in the biomedical, pharmaceutical and IT areas," said John Power, director general of Engineers Ireland. "Companies always need problem-solvers and the CPD framework enables employers such as LotusWorks to improve performance, develop staff and deliver measurable business benefits.” Mark Butler, human resources manager of LotusWorks, said the CPD framework provides a model to structure this in a tailored, business-focused manner. "LotusWorks is very proud to be accredited and we look forward to the continued partnership with Engineers Ireland,” he added. LotusWorks now employs over 400 people on both sides of the Atlantic. In 2013 alone, the company increased its Irish engineering and technical workforce by 35. LotusWorks is currently hiring staff nationwide to work in large manufacturing sites on technical services, calibration and engineering projects. Send your CV to jobs@lotusworks.com or visit www.lotusworks.com/careers.