Design Engineer

at  Smiths Group

JOB FUNCTION:

Engineering
About Us
Smiths Interconnect is a leading provider of technically differentiated electronic components, subsystems, microwave and radio frequency products that connect , protect and control critical applications in the commercial aviation, defence, space, medical, rail, semi conductor test and industrial markets.
Employing over 2,000 people globally our in house capabilities encompass design, development, manufacturing and testing to respond quickly and accurately to customer’s needs and provide the most reliable connectivity solutions.
Job Description
Provides engineering expertise in assigned areas to ensure that all products are designed, procured, and built in accordance with customer and company quality requirements for sales growth and profitability.
Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Designs & develop new products and redesigns existing products to meet customer needs and specifications.
• Perform / Create / Update product design guidelines, customer standards, and / or analytical reports as assigned.
• Provide technical support to organizational stakeholders (Production, Quality, Marketing and Sales) and external customers.
• Investigates and suggests solutions to the Engineering Manager or Director with regard to product related problems.
• Interface with suppliers to evaluate component specification, new manufacturing techniques, and/or new materials.
• Compliance and participation in all Smiths Interconnect’s EHS programs, policies, procedures and training requirements.
• Participate and contribute to team training, development, mentoring and audits.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with company policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Individual

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent; at least 5 years of working experience.
• Familiar with IC test socket or electrical connector designs.
• Familiar with the effects of mechanical component design on its functions/performance.
• Familiar with SolidWorks 3D modeling software or equivalent & understanding GD&T, ANSI/ASME standards.
• Knowledge of engineering mechanics, material properties, physics and manufacturing methods.
• Knowledge of electrical theories especially in signal transmission, characterization and signal integrity (plus only).
• Knowledge of spring probe design & development is plus.
• Experience with Six Sigma or equivalent tools and Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) preferred.
• Experience on Finite Element Analysis (structural, thermal & fluid) preferred.
• Attention to detail/self-directed and able to work under normal supervision.
• Ability to analyze complex problems using data-driven approach and define solutions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.

• Designs & develop new products and redesigns existing products to meet customer needs and specifications.
• Perform / Create / Update product design guidelines, customer standards, and / or analytical reports as assigned.
• Provide technical support to organizational stakeholders (Production, Quality, Marketing and Sales) and external customers.
• Investigates and suggests solutions to the Engineering Manager or Director with regard to product related problems.
• Interface with suppliers to evaluate component specification, new manufacturing techniques, and/or new materials.
• Compliance and participation in all Smiths Interconnect’s EHS programs, policies, procedures and training requirements.
• Participate and contribute to team training, development, mentoring and audits.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with company policies.
• Other duties as assigned