Design Engineer

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Engineering Manager

Primary Work Location: Endicott, NY

SUMMARY

An Amphenol Industrial Operations (AIO Design Engineer will work with the Design Engineering team on new and existing business spanning many markets and business opportunities. They will be responsible for sustaining legacy products of the company, performing research and creating new product designs The position reports to the Engineering Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage technical aspects of Product Design projects from ideation/concept to launch working closing with the cross-functional team utilizing lean product development techniques

Effectively works independently or with others

Design expertise with plastics (injection molding), and metals (stamping and machining)

Familiar with connector manufacturing processes including progressive die stamping, injection molding, crimping, ultrasonic welding, assembly, etc.

Create all engineering documents utilizing SolidWorks or CREO and ePDM including BOMs, ECN, Drawings, etc.

Develop test plan to meet all product requirements

Work with test lab and/or performs tests to gain knowledge or qualify designs.

Responsible for development and accuracy of work performed

May work with outside Engineering Services or suppliers with their daily work or to support other departments

Utilize creativity to develop product concepts and determine most effective way to gain knowledge required to develop product efficiently

Continuing education and training encouraged

Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills

Communicate with customers regarding their documents

Utilize continuous improvement mindset when approaching work

Follow all safety policies and procedures and practices minimizing risk and striving for “Zero” incidents

Follow all company policies and procedures

Adhere to methods, policies and processes set forth by the engineering management team

5S/Housekeeping

Other duties as assigned by management

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Mechanical Engineering preferred

Minimum of 5 Years experience in Connector Product Design Required

Possess desire and ability to work cross functionally to develop and launch new innovative designs

Knowledge of and Experience with standards such as MIL-DTL-5015, MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-28482, UL, IEC, etc

Excellent Creo and Solidworks skills with commitment to best modeling practices

Connector testing experience required; including but not limited to tensile testing, cross-sections, temperature rise, and Mil spec testing.

Ability to effectively use engineering analysis tools including finite element analysis, mold flow simulation, heat transfer and electrical simulation desired

Strong Decision-making ability with the capability to explain reasoning for said decisions

Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills required, including modern communication and office software

Proficiency working with project management platform and ERP systems

Expertise in creating drawings, tolerance analysis and GD&T

Possess ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks within a fast-paced environment

Must have computer proficiency MS Office Suite with an intermediate skill level in Excel

Working knowledge of Lean tool including but not limited to: Root Cause Analysis, A3s, Knowledge Reports

Prototyping experience required including 3D printing, contact and connector prototyping

Demonstrated fluency in technical concepts

Must be able to show eligibility to legally work in the United States of America; Sponsorship not available for this position

Must be fluent in English

COMPANY INTRODUCTION

Amphenol Industrial stands at the forefront of innovation as a premier manufacturer of circular connectors, boasting an expansive and dynamic product line that sets the industry standard.

Amphenol Industrial Operations (AIO) product lines consist of rectangular, standard miniature, fiber optic, EMI/EMP filter, and a variety of special application connectors. Our manufacturing capabilities include state-of-the art CNC machining, die-casting, molding, impact and extruding, plating, screw machining and process controls. AIO is a global company with facilities in Endicott, New York, Mesa, AZ and Detroit, Michigan, USA; Zhuhai, China, Nogales, Mexico, and Pécs, Hungary.

Amphenol offers a competitive salary and benefits. The candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Amphenol is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.

If you are interested in this great opportunity and possess the skills and experience necessary, we are eager to hear from you.