Mechanical Engineer

Flextronics - The Flex Company; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term role

Enhanced annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Sick pay scheme

Death in service

Job summary

Flex, via its Anord Mardix division, seeks an experienced electrical professional for a production engineering role focused on LV switchgear and site-based project delivery. The role supports ongoing operations within Flex’s global power infrastructure initiatives, including potential collaboration with spin-off initiatives.

You will manage installation and maintenance works, supervise teams, ensure safety compliance, and contribute to continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing

Qualifications

• Valid manual handling awareness certificate, SSSTS, ESC Card and UKATA asbestos awareness cert.

Responsibilities

• Oversee equipment despatched to site and ensure quality and safety.
• Complete completion certificates for handover to client and carry out witness testing.
• Monitor project status and provide progress reports to management.
• Direct other employees/contractors on site while maintaining safety standards.
• Manage projects to maximise profits without compromising quality, health, safety or environment.
• Ensure method statements are understood, followed and PPE is used correctly on site.

Skills

Manual Handling Awareness

SSSTS

ESC Card

UKATA Asbestos Awareness

UK Driving Licence

Right to work in UK

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market‑leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

Job Summary

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end‑to‑end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission‑critical applications.

What a typical day looks like

• All aspects involved in the maintenance/installation works undertaken by the company including the managing/overseeing of equipment despatched to site.
• To complete the necessary completion certificates for handover to client and carry out witness testing and associated documentation as required.
• To monitor the works and provide reports as necessary as to project status.
• To efficiently and effectively direct other employees/contractors engaged in works on behalf of the company.
• Without compromising quality, health, safety or the environment efficiently manage projects to maximise the profits of the company.
• To report directly to the designated contracts manager At all times and in all respects conform to and comply with the proper and reasonable directions and regulations of the company Interconnection/Testing/Commissioning of LV Switchgear Promote the broad ownership of risk management Control hazards to health to prevent work related ill health Keep pace with change to identify and tackle new risk management challenges Target ‘zero harm’ to ultimately eliminate defects, unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and pollution At all times and in all respects conforming to and complying with the proper and reasonable directions and regulations of the company.
• Be aware of the quality, health, safety and environmental (QHSE) matters related to the works in hand.
• Ensure method statements are understood, acknowledged and followed.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of other people who may be affected by the works in hand.
• Ensure PPE is used correctly and is in good condition.
• Ensure work equipment is used correctly and is in good working order.
• Ensure work at height is carried out correctly and safely.
• Implement fire prevention measures with respect to work methods and housekeeping.
• Ensure emergency response and means of escape arrangements are maintained.
• Report near misses and accidents to the Site Service Manager.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team

The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role, must be self‑motivated, enthusiastic and conscientious with a high standard of attention to detail. You must be able to work accurately to deadlines in a busy and pressurised environment and demonstrate flexibility. You will be an electrician, ideally with proven knowledge and experience in LV Switchgear.

Required Skills

• Valid Manual Handling Awareness Certificate, SSSTS cert, ESC Card and UKATA Asbestos Awareness cert
• Willingness and eligible to work in the UK and Europe (EU)
• Candidates must hold a full, clean manual UK driving licence (Company vans are manual) and have the legal right to work in the UK

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide

• A long‑term role with many opportunities to learn, grow and develop – we turn jobs into careers.
• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;
• A competitive salary and benefits package which includes:
• A merit‑based annual pay review
• Enhanced annual leave
• Employee recognition scheme and long service awards
• Referral bonus
• Volunteer days
• Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year
• Sick pay scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leaveFlexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function
• Travel opportunities (role dependent)
• Support in your well‑being by access to Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice
• On‑site trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)

Equal Opportunity

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

About Anord Mardix

Anord Mardix, a Flex company, is a global leader in critical power solutions. With facilities around the globe, Anord Mardix leads in critical power infrastructure, supporting a myriad of industries, from financial institutions to data centres. Our commitment to comprehensive engineering excellence ensures our products and services deliver safe, reliable, quality critical power solutions that you can rely on. Anord Mardix promises innovative engineering solutions to all our clients, meeting the most technical requirements with ease, no matter what the challenge. We develop skill sets, encourage curiosity, and enable empowerment – we turn jobs into careers.

Job Category Production Engineering

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