Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer

Role overview

A Dublin-based employer is looking to add a Supply Chain Manufacturing Engineer to its expanding team on a permanent full-time basis. This position supports the production of electronic goods through third-party manufacturing partners, with a strong emphasis on keeping manufacturing efficient, maintaining product quality, protecting supply continuity, and helping launch new products into production successfully.

What you will do

• Act as manufacturing engineering support for contract manufacturers.
• Contribute to new product introduction activities and production changeovers or transfers.
• Investigate and close out manufacturing, quality, and production-related issues.
• Own engineering change handling and keep manufacturing records and documentation current.
• Spot risks affecting component supply and manufacturing, then work to reduce them.
• Lead improvements to manufacturing processes and initiatives aimed at lowering cost.
• Assist with development and validation of production test solutions.
• Work closely with teams across engineering, procurement, planning, and operations.

Required background

• A degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering is needed.
• At least 5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing or contract manufacturing.
• Hands-on exposure to NPI and manufacturing support work is required.
• Strong analytical problem-solving ability and solid project management skills are important.
• Experience partnering with internal functions and external suppliers is expected.
• The role requires flexibility to travel when necessary.

Preferred experience

• Previous involvement in manufacturing transfers.
• Understanding of component lifecycle management.
• Background in cost-reduction work and continuous improvement projects within manufacturing.

Employment details

This is a permanent position with an onsite work arrangement in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland.