R&D Engineer

About the role

Amphenol Cable & Interconnect Technologies (ACIT) is a leading provider of advanced cable, interconnect, and connectivity solutions serving the aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial markets. As a Research and Development (R&D) Engineer, you will play a key role in driving innovation, new product development, and process improvements that support customer requirements and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a core team member in Product and Process Risk Analysis and lead multiple NPD projects through the Stage Gate process, ensuring completion of key deliverables and milestones.
• Own proof-of-concept builds and support prototype development, including setup and operation of manufacturing equipment.
• Plan, execute, and document engineering activities, including test data, process setups, and project status reporting.
• Lead and manage capital equipment projects, including development of capital expenditure (ACE) requests.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, production, product management, and sales teams to support product development and manufacturability.
• Interface with internal and external customers to define technical requirements, establish test plans, and support product selection and application needs.
• Support product testing, validation, and qualification activities; analyze data to drive troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
• Develop cost estimates, tooling requirements, and manufacturing documentation (e.g., work instructions, jigs, fixtures).
• Monitor industry trends and contribute to innovation and new product development strategies.
• Support production and process engineering teams while promoting safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Utilize and support operational systems and tools (e.g., LabVIEW, SAP, Power BI).
• Mentor and guide engineering technicians to ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred; Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline will be considered with relevant product development and hands-on engineering experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment in a technical or engineering role; connectors and assemblies preferred.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, Creo) with experience in fixture or machine design.
• Experience with data acquisition and analysis tools (e.g., LabVIEW, SAP, Excel), including DOE and statistical analysis.
• Strong project management skills with experience managing multiple priorities, including equipment selection and capital justification processes.
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation, with the ability to write reports and protocols.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams, customers, and suppliers; broad engineering knowledge (electrical, mechanical, industrial), with experience in regulated industries (e.g., aerospace, medical/FDA) as a plus.

Skills

• Sound engineering principles applied to develop products and processes that meet customer, quality, and operational requirements.
• Close collaboration with cross-functional teams including engineering, product management, operations, quality, and sales.
• Close collaboration with internal and external customers to define technical requirements, establish test plans, and support product selection and application needs.
• Support product testing, validation, and qualification activities; analyze data to drive troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
• Develop cost estimates, tooling requirements, and manufacturing documentation (e.g., work instructions, jigs, fixtures).
• Monitor industry trends and contribute to innovation and new product development strategies.
• Support production and process engineering teams while promoting safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Utilize and support operational systems and tools (e.g., LabVIEW, SAP, Power BI).
• Mentor and guide engineering technicians to ensure successful project execution.

Benefits

Amphenol CIT offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment. Details on benefits will be provided during the interview process.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Exact salary will be determined based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Full-time position with standard Monday through Friday workweek. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required for special projects.