Project Engineer

Flextronics - The Flex Company; Ireland; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Life Insurance

Company Pension

Sick pay

Cycle to Work

Flexible/Hybrid Work

Volunteer days

Referral bonus

Discount programs

Job summary

Flex is seeking a Project Engineer in Dundalk, Ireland, to join the Operations team. You will coordinate engineering activities spanning Sales, Design, Procurement, Projects and Production for LV/MV switches, busduct, and modular solutions.

Join a team focused on delivering safe, on-time project execution, liaising with clients and internal teams to translate tenders into deliverable designs, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• 3rd Level or Electrical trade qualification is required.
• Experience: 3+ years in electrical manufacturing (LV/MV Switchgear, Busduct, UPS).
• Familiarity with BS/IEC standards for switchgear and control gear assemblies.
• Energy management, PLC and automation experience are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Engineering activities from Sales through to Fabrication, Manufacturing, Procurement, Projects and Site teams.
• Provide technical guidance during tender submissions and ensure design compliance with standards.
• Turn successful tenders into deliverable designs and review designs for client requirements.
• Liaise with internal and external customers to manage RFIs, TQs, and design changes as needed.
• Support project management during vendor calls, on-site delivery, and commissioning activities.

Skills

Energy Management

PLC

Automation

AutoCAD

Project Management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Electrical trade qualification

3rd Level qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

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, which we’re calling SpinCo, until the name is unveiled. The spin is planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support SpinCo, which will focus on critical digital infrastructure, delivering end‑to‑end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centres and other mission‑critical applications. To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Project Engineer located in Dundalk, Ireland. You will work as a key member of the Operations team providing a link between multiple departments, focussing on supporting our Hyperscale customers. The role is a linchpin in the organisation providing coordination of Engineering activities from Sales through to Fabrication & Manufacturing as well as Supply Chain, Projects and Site teams. A people person capable of maintaining open communications between all levels of the business and external Clients. The role involves planning and coordinating Engineering works such that the effective flow of information is adhered to in order to allow successful completion of multiple concurrent projects. Projects may include Low Voltage Switchgear, Busduct product ranges and Modular solutions.

What a typical day looks like:

Early Client engagement to support the sales team during tender submissions by ensuring technical compliance with relevant standards and regulations and providing guidance on specification CDE and technical submittals. Provide Technical expertise of our Product ranges. Receipt of project handover from Sales and Tendering teams on behalf of the Design Engineering team; both Electrical and Mechanical. Work with the electrical and mechanical design engineering teams to turn successful tenders into deliverable designs and review those designs to confirm the proposed solution. Reviewing project information for completeness to allow Design works to proceed. Coordinate, monitor and take responsibility for the Engineering design programmes. Prepare project‑specific design calculations. Facilitate review of Anord Mardix Design and BOM reviews for compliance with Customer requirements before releasing to the business. Liaise with the Procurement team to ensure all material and components are available to facilitate project timelines. Liaise with internal and external customers on design progress and work with relevant colleagues to alleviate any impactful issues. In conjunction with relevant Engineering design and Project Management staff engage with Clients to raise and close out RFIs & TQs as required. Implement required design changes subsequent to receipt of updated Client specifications or designs. Act as the technical point of contact for live projects, supporting Project Management during vendor calls, on‑site delivery, and commissioning activities as needed. Work with Production team to provide clarity on queries raised relating to design and coordinate technical information flow between Engineering Design and Production. Liaise with all sections of Production team to ensure information is available or clarified to facilitate smooth implementation of assembly, wiring, testing and quality inspections. Working with Technical and Quality teams to ensure project specific documentation is prepared and available to meet customer requirements and timelines.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

Relevant 3rd Level qualification or Electrical trade qualification. 3+ years’ experience in an electrical manufacturing industry such as LV/MV Switchgear, Busduct, UPS, etc. Energy Management, PLC and Automation experience would also be beneficial. Project Management qualifications and skills as well as experience with AutoCAD software Effective problem‑solving skills, self‑motivated and willing to demonstrate initiative. Working knowledge of BS/IEC standards relating to switchgear and control gear assemblies. Excellent personnel management, organisation and communication skills. Team player with positive attitude and proactive with a strong ability to work independently and with minimal supervision. Operate with a high level of attention to detail. Review and understand schematics, GA plans and project specifications for Electrical power and control Switchgear and its components. Experience of LV Switchgear including Circuit Breakers, protection relays, energy monitoring. Strong knowledge of electrical power systems and Data Centre operations would be advantageous. Willingness to travel within EMEA region. Fluent in English essential.

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

• 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
• Company Pension Scheme
• Sick pay scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function; Travel opportunities (role dependent)
• Support your well‑being by access to: Employee Assistance Programme through VHI offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice.
• VHI Private Health Insurance
• On‑site trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)

Job Category Production Engineering

Required 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).

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Through the collective strength of ~150,000 team members across 30 countries and responsible, sustainable operations, 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 with Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference, invest in your growth, and build great products for our customers that improve people’s lives. Together, let’s create the extraordinary!