Junior Systems Engineer

Vistaprint; Helmond; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VistaPrint is seeking an IT/Infra professional to join our Helmond-based manufacturing IT team. You will support production systems, optimize ERP workflows, and maintain datacenter infrastructure, while collaborating with operations and supply chain across global teams.

You’ll handle network, server, and cloud tasks (AWS), contribute to pre-press tech, and participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation to ensure continuous production. Fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in IT support, systems engineering, or junior infrastructure administration, preferably within a manufacturing or logistics environment (or equivalent practical experience).
• Proficiency in network protocols, server administration, cloud concepts (AWS), and hardware/storage maintenance.
• Working knowledge of pre-press processes, digital print technologies, or ERP workflow integrations.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability using root cause analysis to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
• Fluent communication skills in English (spoken and written) with strong interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, System Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Nice to Have: scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, or Bash), wireless network architecture, security controls, and enterprise monitoring tools.
• Experience working in an agile environment or collaborating with cross-time-zone global teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on cross-functional projects, representing IT in new product and workflow introduction projects with integrated IT procedures.
• Optimize production workflows by configuring and tuning system settings within ERP and supporting platforms to ensure smooth order flows across operations and supply chain.
• Investigate and resolve technical incidents with root cause analysis and escalation when appropriate.
• Maintain and support datacenter infrastructure, including hardware, server environments, displays, and network storage.
• Support pre-press and printing technologies with file conversions, transfers, and scheduling automation.
• Provide local and on-call IT support to plant personnel, including a 24/7 rotation for manufacturing continuity.
• Drive continuous improvement by automating routine tasks and documenting standardized processes.

Skills

IT support

Systems engineering

Network protocols

Server administration

AWS / Cloud concepts

ERP integrations

Root cause analysis

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT / CS / SE or related

Tools

Viper

Webshell

SAN/NAS

Networking hardware

Job description

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Our Venlo Engineering & IT team powers the core manufacturing engine behind VistaPrint's global footprint. We bridge technology and physical operations, designing, maintaining, and optimizing the systems that convert millions of digital customer designs into high-quality physical products every day. Working closely with Operations and Supply Chain, we foster an agile, innovative environment focused on operational excellence, system reliability, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do

Collaborate on Cross-Functional Projects : Represent the IT function in new product and workflow introduction projects, ensuring standard IT procedures and documentation are seamlessly integrated.

Optimize Production Workflows : Configure and tune system settings within ERP and supporting platforms (Viper, Webshell, AWS, networking, storage) to enable smooth order flows across operations and supply chain.

Investigate & Resolve Technical Incidents : Conduct thorough root cause analysis on operational IT incidents, implementing structural solutions and escalating complex issues to Senior Engineers or Management when appropriate.

Maintain & Support Datacenter Infrastructure : Perform routine maintenance and monitoring for onsite IT facilities, including datacenter hardware, server environments, screen displays, and network storage (SAN/NAS).

Support Pre-Press & Printing Technologies : Assist with digital file conversions, file transfers, ganging, and scheduling automation to ensure timely and accurate print production.

Provide Local & On-Call IT Support : Deliver tier-2 office and operational IT support to plant personnel and participate in a scheduled 24/7 on-call support rotation for manufacturing continuity.

Drive Continuous Improvement : Proactively identify opportunities to streamline IT setups, automate routine operational tasks using scripting, and document standardized processes.

Your Qualifications

At VistaPrint, we seek individuals who bring new ideas and perspectives to our teams and improve our culture. No matter your background or experience, we encourage you to apply—even if you feel you don't exactly meet the requirements or qualifications. You might be a strong candidate for this or other roles.

1+ years of experience in IT support, systems engineering, or junior infrastructure administration, preferably within a manufacturing or logistics environment (or equivalent practical experience).

Practical proficiency in network protocols, server administration, cloud concepts (AWS), and hardware/storage maintenance.

Working knowledge of pre-press processes, digital print technologies, or ERP workflow integrations.

Demonstrated problem-solving ability using root cause analysis to diagnose and resolve technical issues.

Fluent communication skills in English (spoken and written) with strong interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, System Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.

Nice to Have

Foundational understanding of scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, or Bash) for operational automation.

Basic familiarity with wireless network architecture, security controls, and enterprise monitoring tools.

Experience working in an agile environment or collaborating with cross-time-zone global teams.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Working at VistaPrint Manufacturing means being part of an innovative, global organization where your growth matters. Whether you’re working on the production floor or in a technical role, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and truly make an impact. At our production site, teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. We operate with cutting-edge technology, deliver high-quality products to customers around the world, and ensure a safe and supportive work environment for all.

About Us

VistaPrint is the design and marketing partner to millions of small businesses around the world. For over 20 years we’ve been inspired by small businesses, and we work incessantly to deliver solutions to their evolving needs. Together, VistaCreate, 99designs by Vista and VistaPrint represent a full-service design, digital and print solution, elevating small businesses’ presence in physical and digital spaces and powering them to achieve success. VistaPrint is focused on making great marketing and design accessible to every small business owner, allowing them to create a cohesive brand image for use in-store, online and on-the-go.

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