Advanced Development Engineer

About the role

Your Job Molex brings together innovation and technology to deliver electronic solutions to customers worldwide. With a presence in more than 40 countries, Molex offers a full suite of solutions and services for many markets, including data communications, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, commercial vehicle and medical. We are seeking an innovative and highly motivated Advanced Development Engineer to lead the development of next-generation manufacturing technologies and product designs for high-speed wiring harnesses.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of innovative manufacturing processes for next-generation high-speed wiring harnesses and electrical interconnect products.
• Design, develop, and validate new product concepts that improve electrical performance, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Research and evaluate emerging manufacturing technologies including automation, robotics, laser processing, additive manufacturing, precision dispensing, advanced joining methods, and digital manufacturing techniques.
• Develop prototype tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment to support proof-of-concept and process validation activities.
• Plan and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) to optimize manufacturing processes and product performance.
• Collaborate with Product Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Tool Design, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure successful implementation of new technologies.
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify process improvements, reduce variation, and improve production efficiency.
• Support prototype builds and transition successful development projects into production.
• Prepare technical reports, engineering documentation, presentations, and project updates for management and cross-functional teams.
• Work closely with equipment suppliers and technology partners to evaluate and implement emerging manufacturing solutions.
• Provide technical leadership on advanced development projects while managing multiple priorities and project timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience in product development, manufacturing engineering, process development, automation, or advanced manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals, GD&T, statistical analysis, and Design of Experiments (DOE).
• Experience using CAD software and engineering documentation systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to travel, including domestic and international travel, to support development activities, equipment validation, supplier collaboration, and implementation at global manufacturing facilities.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with high-speed electrical connectors, wiring harnesses, or cable assembly manufacturing.
• Knowledge of automated assembly systems, robotics, machine vision, precision dispensing, laser processing, or advanced joining technologies.
• Experience supporting prototype development and new product introduction (NPI).
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.