p>Youre the kind of person we are looking for if you have: • A BABS degree or higher in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university • 8 years mechanical engineering product development experience or relevant work experience • Engineering experience in the connector industry strongly preferred • Participation in full product development cycle from establishing customer requirements to production release • Demonstrated proficiency in 3D CAD applications, PTC Creo preferred, Ansys SpaceClaim beneficial • Demonstrated proficiency in 3D CAE simulation applications, Ansys preferred • Ability in geometric dimensions and tolerances and tolerance analysis • Detailed understanding of manufacturing processes including stamping, molding, plating, and assembly • Design for manufacturing (DFM) to address customer requirements including mechanical, environmental, electrical, manufacturing, and cost • Strong interpersonal communication and cross-functional teamwork skills • Ability to work in a global environment. The team is responsible for new product development and qualification from market definition through production release, assist in the qualification of suppliers to ensure suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services for new or improved manufacturing processes, conduct feasibility and manufacturability studies, testing on new modified and optimized designs, direct and support detailed design testing, prototype fabrication, and manufacturing ramp.