Job Purpose :
Provides engineering expertise in assigned areas to ensure that all products are designed procured and built in accordance with customer and company quality requirements for sales growth and profitability.
Responsibilities :
- Designs & develop new products and redesigns existing products to meet customer needs and specifications.
- Perform / Create / Update product design guidelines customer standards and / or analytical reports as assigned.
- Provide technical support to organizational stakeholders (Production Quality Marketing and Sales) and external customers.
- Participate in the development of product and technology roadmaps in support of cross-functional stakeholders.
- Prepare technical proposals and presentations as required to support customers sales representatives and lead design reviews.
- Conduct patent assessment and prepare technical documents for filing new patent.
- Investigates and suggests solutions to the Engineering Manager or Director with regard to product related problems.
- Interface with suppliers to evaluate component specification new manufacturing techniques and / or new materials.
- Compliance and participation in all Smiths Interconnects EHS programs policies procedures and training requirements.
- Participate and contribute to team training development mentoring and audits.
- Provide mentorship and support to junior-level technologists.
- Demonstrate behaviors consistent with company policies.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
Technical Knowledge Skills and Abilities :
Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent; at least 4x years of post-graduate experience.Knowledge of engineering mechanics material properties physics and manufacturing methods.Knowledge of electrical theories especially in signal transmission characterization and signal integrity.Familiar with the effects of mechanical component design on its electrical functions / performance.Experience with SolidWorks 3D modeling software or equivalent & understanding GD&T ANSI / ASME standards.Experience with Six Sigma or equivalent tools and Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) preferred.Experience on Finite Element Analysis (structural thermal & fluid) preferred.Experience on electromagnetic (EM) and RF simulations preferred.Experience on IC test socket or electrical connector designs is a plus.Attention to detail / self-directed and able to work under normal supervision.Ability to analyze complex problems using data-driven approach and define solutions.Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.Proficient with Microsoft Office products.US citizen or permanent resident is required (ITAR compliance) for US sites.Travel % : 0-20%
Security : Please State if US Citizen or permanent Resident Required
Planning and Decision Making :
Coordinates with project team to ensure milestones are achieved and risks are mitigated.Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment systems tools and process to increase organizational efficiency.Analyzes and resolves work problems and / or assists others in solving work problems.Relies on extensive experience analytical capacity problem solving skills / tools and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.Impact and Scope :
. Contributes to Functional KPI goals.Design authority for new and existing configurations.Collaborates across multiple sites and geographies.Some travel may be required for training and / or other business purposes including customer and / or supplier visits.Key Internal & External Stakeholders & Relationships
Be able to lead cross-functional teams in product design and development cycle.Interface with customers & supply chain during the development cycle and conduct customer visits as necessary.Be able to train Internal and External stakeholders on our products and capabilities.Additional Information :
Why Smiths Interconnect
Global Impact : As part of Smiths Group a global engineering leader youll be working on ground-breaking technologies that make a difference in industries that are shaping the future.Career Growth : Opportunities for professional development and career progression across Smiths Interconnect and the wider Smiths Group.Innovative Culture : Join a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributions are valued and rewarded.Competitive Package : We offer a competitive salary benefits package and performance-related incentives.Location : Milpitas is an exciting city with a tech sector and vibrant cultural scene making it a great place to live and work.We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin economic status disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.
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Remote Work : Yes
Employment Type : Full-time
Key Skills
Electrical Engineering,System Design,Firmware,NEC,PCB,Sensors,Signal Processing,Matlab,Fpga,Autocad,Programmable Logic Controllers,Revit
Department / Functional Area : Engineering
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1