Production Support Engineer

Flextronics - The Flex Company; Dundalk; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Referral bonus

Sick pay scheme

Flexible/ Hybrid Work

Job summary

Flex in Dundalk is seeking a Production Support Engineer to bridge Design Engineering and Manufacturing for LV Switchgear and related assemblies. You will resolve production issues, review BOMs and drawings, and guide technical teams through documentation and change processes.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in electrical manufacturing, knowledge of IEC 61439, and strong problem-solving and collaborative skills. Hybrid/ onsite work setup; travel as required.

Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 3+ years’ experience in electrical manufacturing (LV/MV Switchgear, Busduct, UPS).
• Experience supporting production builds and resolving manufacturing issues.
• Knowledge of IEC 61439 in LV Switchboard manufacturing.
• Energy Management, PLC and Automation experience beneficial.
• Ability to read/interpret product standards, customer specs, electrical & mechanical drawings.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and BOMs.
• Methodical technical problem solving; strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; root cause analysis.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; willing to travel if required.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day engineering design support to production teams.
• Liaise between Design Engineering and Manufacturing to resolve assembly, wiring, busbar and testing issues.
• Review drawings, schematics and BOMs for completeness and manufacturability.
• Revise design drawings and BOMs where necessary.
• Support production personnel with technical guidance and troubleshooting.
• Participate in daily production meetings and manufacturing reviews.
• Review new designs prior to release to identify manufacturing risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Support quality investigations and IEC 61439 compliance.
• Liaise with Test Teams for FAT activities and troubleshooting.
• Support continuous improvement and lean initiatives.
• Review work instructions, SOPs and process documentation.
• Ensure engineering changes are communicated and implemented on the shop floor.
• Assist in non-conformance investigations and customer complaint resolution.
• Drive the 'As-Built' documentation process.
• Manage the Site Material Request (SMR) process.
• Support internal and external audits.

Skills

Electrical Eng

Mechanical Eng

Manufacturing Eng

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/ Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BOMs

MS Office

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. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.Job SummaryFlex 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.Anord Mardix, a global leader in critical power distribution, have a new opportunity for a Production Support Engineer. This role will Act as the primary interface between Design Engineering and Manufacturing. Providing technical support to manufacturing operations for LV Switchgear and associated assemblies, ensuring safe, efficient and compliant production.We are looking for an experienced Production Support Enginee r to be based in Dundalk .Summary:The Production Support Engineer will resolve technical production issues, support continuous improvement initiatives, identify quality improvements, and ensure manufacturing documentation is accurate and robust throughout the project and product lifecycle. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are a must, as the successful candidate will work with multiple disciplines during products lifecycle.What a typical day looks like:Provide day-to-day engineering design support to production teams.Liaise between Design Engineering and Manufacturing resolve assembly, wiring, busbar and testing issues.Review manufacturing drawings, schematics, and bills of materials (BOMs) for completeness and manufacturability.Revise design drawings and BOM’s where necessary.Support production personnel with technical guidance and troubleshooting.Participate in daily production meetings and manufacturing reviews.Review new designs prior to release to identify manufacturing risks and opportunities for improvement.Support quality investigations and IEC 61439 compliance.Liaise with Test Teams for FAT activities and troubleshooting.Support continuous improvement and lean initiatives.Review work instructions, SOPs and process documentation.Ensure engineering changes are effectively communicated and implemented on the shop floor.Assist in non-conformance investigations and customer complaint resolution.Drive the “As-Built” documentation process.Manage the Site Material Request (SMR) process.Support internal and external audits.The experience we’re looking to add to our team:Have a third level qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering, or come from a related technical background.Have 3+ years’ experience in an electrical manufacturing industry such as LV/MV Switchgear, Busduct, UPS, etc.Experience supporting production builds and resolving manufacturing issues.Knowledge of IEC 61439 requirements and practical application within LV Switchboard manufacturing.Energy Management, PLC and Automation experience would also be beneficialHave the ability to read and interpret product standards, customer specifications, electrical diagrams and mechanical drawings.Be experienced in using AutoCAD or similar software.Be experienced in using Bills of materials.Have a methodical approach to technical problem solvingExcellent Communication and Collaboration Skills with the ability to work cross-functionally across engineering, quality, procurement, and manufacturing.Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.Ability to identify and solve manufacturing issues quickly.Excellent engineering judgement.Root cause analysis and quality systems experience.Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office tools.Be flexible with your working hours and have a willingness to travel if required.Eligible work in Ireland (EU)What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;Opportunities to learn new skills in a fast-paced industry;A competitive salary and benefits package that includes:A merit-based annual pay reviewEnhanced annual leaveReferral bonusSick pay schemeCycle to Work schemeEnhanced maternity/paternity/ parents leaveFlexible/ 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 adviceOn-site trained Mental Health First AidersAccess to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.).Location: DundalkTH10TK43Job CategoryDesign, Process & Technology EngineeringRequired Skills:Optional Skills: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).