Connector Engineer

Summary/Objective

The Connector Engineer’s role is to design higher end connectors, provably high speed and high-density connectors whilst working closely with internal Samtec Japan and Samtec Global team.

Essential Functions/ Responsibilities.

• Find and/or develop enabling technology to unlock current connector design limitations.
• Work directly with component suppliers to develop New Products
  • Electromechanical
• Be an active part of the global New Product Design and Development Group
• Research new technologies within Japan (Technologist role)
  • To expand existing core capabilities
  • To develop new capabilities
    • Partnerships
    • Acquisitions
• Find and develop new suppliers with cutting edge technology and know-how within Japan (and overall within Asia)
• Project Management responsibilities
• Any task/project; as and when assigned by Superior.
• Adheres to all Samtec Quality Principles and actions.

“The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities.”

Preferred Experience

• 3 years in related / similar position is preferred.
• Self-start individual is preferred but must be able to work at a remote office
• Hands on experience with small assemblies in one or more of the following
  • Molding (horizontal and insert/wafer)
  • Progressive die stamping
  • Electroplating (reel to reel)
  • Manufacturing / assembly
• Preferred hands on experience with Cable assemblies and components
  • Basic raw cable
  • Coax cable
• Preferred Connector design, development and manufacturing experience
• Candidate should have proficiency in one or more of the following: GD&T, DFM, FMEA, Six Sigma, FEA
• Proficient with engineering design software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc)  SolidWorks experience is preferred
• Willing to travel to both domestic and international locations frequently.

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering / related technical or equivalent experience.

Training required:

• Samtec DNA
• ISO/TS Awareness Training
• ISO 14001 Awareness Training

Languages:  English talking/writing/understand