Design Engineer, Connectors

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Connector Design Engineer to join our Design Engineering team in San Carlos, CA. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in connector and injection molded component design, who are passionate about developing innovative solutions for flex harness assemblies. The successful candidate will lead design efforts from concept through validation, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure scalable manufacturing processes. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop injection molded, overmolded, or progressive die stamped connector components for integration into flex harness assemblies.
• Develop scalable manufacturing processes for integrating connector components, ensuring robustness and efficiency.
• Own and manage APQP documentation and processes related to flex harness assemblies, including DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, and PFMEAs.
• Collaborate with customers and internal cross-functional teams to ensure timely and effective project execution through clear communication.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in connector or complex injection molded design.
• Skills: Proven experience with mold flow analysis and FEA simulations, familiarity with product development lifecycle for high and low voltage connection systems, proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks or NX preferred).

Core Skills

• Strong understanding of APQP processes and documentation.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.

Special Industry Requirements

• Experience in automotive, aerospace, or consumer electronics industries is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or similar quality management systems.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Frequently uses hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and pull/push; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance.