About the role

Product Development ENGINEER - Connector Design

Who We Are:

Molex is a subsidiary of Koch Industries, an MNC and industry leader in electronic solutions. We support a wide range of industries like data communications, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, medical etc. Our presence is in 223 locations across 40 countries. We have a portfolio of 100,000 electronic products and a dedicated R&D facility driving technological innovation in Bangalore. We make a connected world possible to enable technology that transforms the future. Connected Mobility Solutions (CMS), a business unit of Molex, develops innovative products and manufacturing processes around automotive in-vehicle networking, infotainment, and lighting segments. You may not see our name on the shelves, but our electronic solutions are inside the products you use every day. We work together with the world’s innovators to design and manufacture electronic solutions that solve complex technical challenges. From innovative products like high-speed USB and LVDS signaling to mini coax 25Gb+ Ethernet solutions, media modules, Wireless chargers, we design, develop and manufacture products that enable flawless data transfer, electric charging within the next generation of autonomous and connected vehicles. At Molex, we not only employ some of the most talented people from all over the world, we work to help cultivate tomorrow's breakthroughs. From our corporate headquarters in Lisle, IL to manufacturing floors around the world, the Molex team is dedicated to helping further the limits of technology.

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Who We Are Looking For:

Molex is seeking a dynamic Product Development Engineer – Connector Design to be part of our strong Engineering Team to develop new products that we are bringing to market. You will be a part of our Connector Design Team and collaborate with our cross-functional team internationally.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent science degree
3-5 years of design and product development experience, preferably connectors
3-5 years of experience in Connector design and development

Responsibilities:

Supports design efforts in developing new connectors, cable assembly components, and Networking products for high-speed connectivity and data transmission used in autonomous vehicles and automotive systems. Follow all Product Development Phases required to bring concepts into production with supervision from the Engineering Supervisor and Manager. Prepare presentation material for design reviews and customer meetings.
Create Design FMEA, execute on risk mitigating actions from the DFMEA, and update the DFMEA accordingly. Supports for design/product validation plan and report. Supports cross-functional feasibility reviews of new products.
Prepares information such as design concepts at design reviews. Provides technical support to customers both internal and external customers. Responds to questions/requests in a timely manner. Problem solving and troubleshooting in the reliability lab, over the phone or at the customer location.
Performs stack studies and other analysis required from DFMEA to reduce and eliminate failure modes from designs before tool release. Prepares manufacturing drawings for completeness and accuracy. Performs engineering tests and submits products for screen and qualification testing in the reliability lab.
Supports new product development, debug and release. Follows all product development steps, supplies tooling groups with necessary drawings for quoting and tool build. Assists manufacturing in the debug process. Supports for follow-up, documentation, publishing and expediting all action items of a new product program.
Produces suitable manufacturing drawings that follow the Molex Drawing Standard and employs accepted GD&T methodology.
Supports current product with continuous improvement and supports resolution of customer issues. Always support sustenance activities, coordination with manufacturing plants.
Takes part in disposition activities and supports global team in measurement data.
Understand, support, and contribute to current Molex Total Quality Management (TQM), Six Sigma, International Standards Organization (ISO) and Environmental, and/or Health and Safety (EH&S) Management Systems by following stated policies and procedures.

What You Will Need:

CAD skills (2D and 3D), preferably in UG NX
Hands-on experience on GD&T, tolerance studies, statistical analysis, DFMEA
Knowledge in interpreting FEA report
Design for Manufacturing/Assembly (DFM/DFA) Experience (Plastic, sheet metal, casting)
Problem-solving skills using systematic tools (8D, fishbone, cause/effect diagrams)
Knowledge of the Product development process
Effective oral and written communication skills
Microsoft Office products: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Project, Visio
Ability to explain complex technical concepts to others
Exposure in Team Center and Polarion software

Mechanical Design Engineer -Connector