Design Engineer III

Amphenol IPC (AIPC) is the global leader in power distribution interconnect solutions for IT & Data Communications equipment, electric mobility, and industrial power conversion. We are driven by innovative, empowered, and creative teamwork, and build solutions that solve business challenges.

Headquartered in Endicott, NY, and with operations in China and Mexico, AIPC is a division of Amphenol Corporation, a Fortune 500 company with over 90 years of experience in enabling the ongoing electronics revolution.

We are currently seeking a well-qualified candidate for the position of Design Engineer - Level III, located in Endicott, NY.  The Design Engineer will be responsible for integrating full assemblies (cables, lugs, enclosure). This role will lead the design for manufacture process and manage customer adaptation. The candidate will be dedicated to product and process improvement and system integration to continue pushing the industry forward. This position is based on-site in Endicott, NY and is not eligible for remote work. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and Development: Lead projects and teams to develop innovative solutions for customer needs based on design for manufacture qualifications. Provide technical guidance through the design and development phases, as well as product launches.
• Analysis and Testing: Identify and solve complex engineering problems, developing detailed project plans and solution proposals.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work with Quality Assurance and lower level design engineers to establish the reliability requirements of products. Facilitate customer adaptation. Understand, follow, and assist lower level Engineers to follow applicable Company practices, policies and procedures.
• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve complex design problems and issues. Develop innovative solutions to improve product performance and efficiency.
• Industry Standards and Regulations: Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards and regulations. Stay up-to-date on the latest technologies and trends in the field.
• Work Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple projects at once. Understand and follow all applicable company practices, policies, and procedures. Conduct all work compliant with safety rules and regulations. Perform other work duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BS Degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience.
• Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience with modeling tools (CAD, Pro E, or Solidworks) and Microsoft Office products.
• Experience in UL508A, IPC620, and/or high-current electrical integration.
• Working knowledge and application of principles and techniques commonly employed in the design and manufacture interconnect products such as metal fabrication, die cast, stamped and formed, and plastic injection molded components.
• Working knowledge of how the designed solutions may be used and help in developing the qualification tests and reliability parameters.
• Expertise in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing.
• Travel may be required, both domestic and international.

SKILLS

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Knowledge of relevant software and tools.
• Results-driven mindset.
• Ability to effectively communicate across Engineering, Quality Assurance, Customers and Suppliers.
• Solid presentation, interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to interact well with customers.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Possess strong diplomacy and problem solving skills.
• Must be able to work with a high degree of accuracy under pressure and with frequent interruptions.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and CAD modeling tools (SolidWorks preferred).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS (with or without reasonable accommodations):

• Prolonged sitting or standing.
• Visual acuity. Must be able to distinguish imperfections in material or product. Must be able to distinguish full range of colors.
• Potential to lift or transport light to heavy items (up to 50 lbs).
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to apply mental processes, in order to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions.

Amphenol offers a competitive salary and benefits. The candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20).