Job Description
Job Purpose :
- Design and develop innovative new products and technologies to robust quality standards and in a manner consistent with business strategy and processes
- Demonstrate end-to-end product lifecycle ownership that supports achievement of vitality and growth targets that outperform our chosen market segments.
Responsibilities :
Develops technology and process know-how to ensure designs are technologically competitiveCreate detailed connector, contact, and cable designsLead / support group design reviews using calculations, experimental results, or other verification methodsInterpret product specifications and translate them into design and / or manufacturing requirementsCoordinate the construction of functional and non-functional prototypes with internal and external vendorsManage / support project management of all assigned tasks. Establish timelines for all project tasks and follow-up with project team on task statusProvide technical support to organizational stakeholders including Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing and SalesPerform root cause analyses utilizing established problem-solving tools and methodologiesSupport Sales and Marketing in preparing quotations and bid packagesDemonstrate behaviors consistent with the Smiths Way value systemQualifications
Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Mechanical / Electronics Engineering or Related Field with 5 years of relevant experienceCapable use of SolidWorks modeling, drawing and mechanical simulation packagesExperience selecting engineering grade polymers, metals, platings, composites, and alloysDesign for manufacturability utilizing machining, molding, turning, stamping and / or additive manufacturing methodsKnowledge of contact termination, strain relief and over-molding techniques and principlesHands-on prototype development experience and rapid prototypingApplication of FMEA and tolerance analysis tools (including application of GD&T) to inform robust design decisionsAwareness of EMI / RF shielding and IPXX sealing techniques beneficialKnowledge of RF, digital, fiber optic, and power interconnectsExperience working with medical applications highly desirableFamiliarity with ISO13485, ISO9001, IEC 60601, and EIA-364Planning and Decision Making :
Coordinates with cross functional project team to ensure milestones are achieved and risks are mitigatedSuggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment, systems, tools, and process to increase organizational efficiencyAnalyzes and resolves work problems and / or assists others in solving work problemsSets priorities and drives completion of needed deliverables with minimal assistanceUtilizes experience, analytical capacity, problem solving tools, and judgment to plan and accomplish goalsAdditional Information
Other Requirements :
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts in verbal and written form using the English languageFrequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear.Must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.Some travel may be required for training and / or other business purposes including customer and / or supplier visits (travel
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