Technical Applications Engineer

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F.M.G. ELECTRONICS (DISTRIBUTORS) LIMITED requires a Technical Applications Engineer for its operations at Garden Row, William Street, Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny This is a full-time permanent role for 37.5 hours per week at a salary of €35,000 per annum. Salary may be higher depending on experience and will increase proportionately where additional hours are required. We are now recruiting for a permanent full-time Technical Applications Engineer. Job Description The Technical Applications Engineer will provide application engineering and technical support across the Company's range of electronic components, IoT and connectivity solutions. The successful candidate will work with customers, suppliers and manufacturers to evaluate technical requirements, identify suitable components and support the integration of electronic and connectivity solutions into customer applications. Key Responsibilities: • Carry out application engineering activities for electronic components and IoT/connectivity solutions, supporting B2B customers through component selection and product integration. • Analyse technical specifications, datasheets and customer application requirements to assess component suitability and identify appropriate technical alternatives. • Support the evaluation and integration of IoT and connectivity modules, including software-side configuration and technical specification review. • Coordinate with suppliers and Asia-based manufacturers regarding technical product queries, integration support and new product introductions. • Conduct cross-reference analysis and technical component comparisons, assessing compatibility across package, pinout, electrical specification and product lifecycle criteria. • Support component qualification activities and maintain accurate technical project documentation within internal systems. • Assist with design registration activities and engineering project coordination across customer applications and technical projects. • Maintain comprehensive technical records relating to customer projects, component specifications, product evaluations and supplier correspondence. Key Requirements • Degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Information Technology or another relevant technical discipline. • Ability to read, analyse and interpret technical datasheets, electronic component specifications and application requirements. • Good understanding of IoT, connectivity technologies and software-based integration of electronic modules. • Strong technical and analytical ability, including structured problem-solving and data-driven analysis. • Experience or knowledge of component evaluation, compatibility analysis and technical product integration. • Ability to prepare and maintain clear and accurate technical documentation and project records. • Strong written and verbal communication skills suitable for engagement with B2B engineering customers and technical suppliers.