Samtec Inc · 1 month ago
RF Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineer
Limerick, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expSamtec Inc is a global manufacturer of electronic interconnect solutions, and they are seeking a Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineer to design and develop tooling and fixtures for RF connector assembly. The role involves providing engineering support for existing operations and optimizing assembly processes while ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
ElectronicsHardwareManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
Using CAD software (Solidworks), Design all mechanical elements of either manual, semi-automatic or fully automatic tooling and equipment used for volume RF connector assembly and cable assembly solder fixturing in Samtec’s assembly processes
Communicate in a collaborative environment to provide mechanical design support for the design needs of internal customers
Validate that Product Quality and Process Reliability are designed into all projects through project qualifications
Provide production support for existing RF connector products to include assembly troubleshooting and root cause analysis on mechanical/electrical defects
Drive updates to work instructions and assembly processes as needed to resolve recurring issues
Develop and optimize assembly processes for RF products (e.g., induction solder settings, cable prep)
Understand the purposes and review of project costing and margin requirements with applications engineering
Develops clear, measurable requirements for success based on the established standards and in concert with project teams
Lead the creation and maintenance of a detailed project schedule to update Management of the status on the progress of the project in regular basis
Responsible for the project specifications, evaluation of suppliers, their quotations and cost control of the project budget
Ensures the project delivered is compliant with all relevant OSHA, ANSI and local standards in respect to the design and engineering work practices
Conduct regular project meetings with the project team throughout the project on: + Machine/Equipment/Tooling design and status. + Controls/Systems design and status
Review project specifications, deliverables and requirement with applications engineering
Track all changes with a written Project Change Notification and maintains a revision summary
Record, address and resolves issues that impact project timing and/or scope
Develop contingency plans or recovery plans as required
Monitor the timing and cost of the fabrication to deliver the project on time and within budget
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
Qualification
Required
3-5 years relevant working experience in Automation Machine Design
3-5 years relevant working experience in Design for Manufacturing
3-5 years relevant working experience in Machine Tools
3-5 years relevant working experience in Precision Tooling
Experience with RF connector and/or coaxial cable assembly environments strongly preferred
Hands-on sustaining engineering experience resolving production issues in RF mechanical assemblies
Process development experience supporting soldering, coaxial cable solder prep, and connector assembly
Solid interpersonal communication skills, a professional demeanor, cooperative personality and a team attitude are all required
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to use SolidWorks and MS Office Suite, MS Project, SharePoint Document Management and general computer literacy
Extensive cross functional team expertise including technical and non-technical work
Analytical and creative thinker, problem solver, result-orientated and focused
Highly organized, ability to prioritize a varied and fast-changing workload
Motivated, high achiever, persistent and conscientious
Preferred
3-5 years relevant experience in project management is preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Manufacturing Engineering
Automation Machine Design
High Speed Assembly Equipment
Machine Control Systems
Company
Samtec Inc
Founded in 1976, Samtec is much more than just another connector company.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.65M2009-10-23Series Unknown· $0.65M
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Marc Epitaux
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