Amphenol CMT · 2 months ago
PCB Applications Engineer IV
Amphenol CMT is an industry leader in the advanced development and manufacturing of critical medical devices. The Applications Engineer plays the role of a technical expert in customer-facing activities, assessing customer needs, informing them of capabilities, and reviewing design data for accuracy and manufacturability.
Medical Device
Responsibilities
Creates complex technical proposals for customers by integrating knowledge of product, regulatory requirements, market, price point, organizational capabilities, and corporate strategy
Communicates with customer to establish understanding of customer’s technical requirements and convey design capabilities, product performance, and organizational expertise. Identifies new business opportunities
Manages customer expectations and balances against internal capabilities for complex and challenging projects, processes, and products
When required, creates, and maintains project schedule, resources, and budget, which includes the generation of milestones required to complete assigned projects
Oversees the establishment and maintenance of a project quality culture that prioritizes compliance, risk management, and operational excellence
Directs the development and implementation of communication plans that effectively convey project status, risks, and successes to all stakeholders, including executive leadership
Directs the development and implementation of cost estimate processes in preparation for sales quotations for customer cable assemblies to be manufactured by Amphenol CMT
Directs in a cross functional team a complete technical assessment for each project quoted, determining tooling requirements and cost, testing requirements and adapters required, level of manufacturing data required and determines if further clarification and/or documents are required from the customer
Is someone that can discover problems and present solution options to Customer technical contacts with onsite technical support involving industry standards, medical specifications, design assistance, Amphenol CMT production capabilities, and material requirements
Partner with process engineers to ensure process capabilities align with customer requirements and planned market positioning for growth
Collaborate with Sales team in communication with customers on the progress of a work order
Ensure expected yield levels are appropriate to meet customer requirements
Assist in post-shipment support, such as customer complaints and RMAs
Support Sales team during customer visits and trade shows to showcase product capabilities
Other duties as required in support of the department and the company
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering/sciences with 10+ years in related engineering role, required
5+ years' minimum experience in a flexible printed circuits manufacturing unit
Strong customer focus and interaction – strong interpersonal relationship/customer skills
Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) with emphasis on active listening and technical documentation
Able to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write technical protocols and reports
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other employees, managers, or customers
Able to travel internationally
Broad engineering abilities and understanding of electrical, mechanical, and mfg/industrial engineering disciplines
Proficient in MS Office Suite and SharePoint
Ability to view and modify Gerber or DXF data
Ability to read customer drawings and stackups
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
Team player with the ability to collaborate with various departments
Strong communication skills to effectively convey standards and procedures
Reliable and flexible to work additional hours on short notice to complete orders or special projects to meet customer or internal demands
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Preferred
Advanced technical degree or a degree in management/marketing field, preferred
Background in medical industry, preferred
IPC certifications in standards or design, preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, preferred
Relevant certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies, preferred
Knowledge of ERP systems, SAP preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan and company match
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Wellbeing benefits
Up to 11 scheduled paid holidays
Up to 80 hours of paid time off and sick paid time off
Company
Amphenol CMT
Amphenol CMT is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance solutions for the medical device market.
Funding
Current Stage
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