Engineering Specialist

On site in Wilsonville, Oregon. Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, non-exempt.

About the role

This is a hands-on technical role within the New Ventures cable development team. The Engineering Specialist utilizes significant experience and skillset within a technical discipline for high-speed cable manufacturing. Primary responsibilities include driving improvement to state-of-the-art products, materials, and manufacturing systems for the business, with a focus on development of new enabling technologies to support the product roadmap. The individual will work hands-on and consult on projects across engineering lanes while operating with a large degree of independence.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and introduction of new high-performance cable products and processes from concept to production readiness.
• Design and execute engineering trials to evaluate new materials, processes, and cable constructions.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for high-speed extrusion, shielding, braiding, and jacketing operations.
• Collaborate with design engineers, manufacturing teams, and quality assurance to ensure product performance meets electrical, mechanical, and environmental specifications.
• Analyze lab and production data to identify trends, troubleshoot issues, and improve product consistency and reliability.
• Support prototyping, material selection, and process validation activities during early-stage R&D and product development.
• Document technical findings and contribute to internal knowledge bases, design guides, and standard practices.
• Interface with suppliers and industry experts to coordinate development efforts and resolve technical challenges.
• Develop test plans, qualification protocols, and product specifications in accordance with industry standards.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and new materials relevant to cable design and processing.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to Engineering Technicians and technical operations associates.

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.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a cable development and manufacturing environment, or related experience.
• Extensive working knowledge within one or more engineering disciplines in cable manufacturing including process, controls, mechanical, and product.
• Ability to interpret and create technical documentation including drawings, schematics, standard operating procedures, and technical reports.
• Ability to work independently, as a team member, and as an internal consultant to accomplish results.
• Ability to collaborate with both internal and external subject matter experts.
• Strong initiative to identify and solve technical challenges.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook). Experience with CAD and data analysis software packages is a plus.
• Must be able to sit/stand for at least 90 consecutive minutes.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly from floor to waist.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline is a plus.