Applications Engineer

Winchester Interconnect; Dayville (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Interconnect is seeking an Application Engineer to deliver cost-effective bulk cable and cable assembly solutions, and to design interconnects based on direct customer input. You will work with Sales, Quality, Production, and Process Engineering to support customer needs and enable project success.

The role may also drive new product development from customer input and market trends, aligning with company strategy and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering preferred.
• At least 3 years engineering experience in manufacturing, bulk cable preferred.
• Knowledge of bulk cable and cable assembly design, materials, processes, testing.
• Understanding of UL/CSA/NEC/cUL/IEC/CE/RoHS/ISO 9001 regulatory influences.

Responsibilities

• Optimize extrusion and cabling to reduce costs and waste.
• Design bulk cables meeting market needs and lead design reviews.
• Lead engineering projects from concept to completion and manage ECNs.
• Provide accurate cost estimates and ensure process controls for quality.

Skills

Project management

Communication

DraftSight

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Database navigation

Education

BS Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Materials)

Tools

SolidWorks

DraftSight

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

At Winchester Interconnect, we always do the right thing, the right way.

Winchester Interconnect is committed to inspiring the most innovative teams. We foster a dynamic, inclusive environment that thrives on collaboration and continuous growth. We hire exceptional people, celebrate wins, empower employee growth, and provide opportunities to thrive. Winchester is where potential transforms into purpose, and every team member plays a vital role in shaping our shared success.

Position Summary

The application engineer will provide cost effective bulk cable and cable assembly as well as custom interconnect design solutions based on direct customer interaction and knowledge of the application for their assigned customer base and market segment. The application engineer will work together with the Sales Account Managers, Regional Sales Managers, Quality, Production, and Process Engineering in support of our customer’s needs. The application engineer may also be tasked with developing new and innovative products based on customer input, market trends, and company strategy.

Qualifications & Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Material Science) preferred.
• At least 3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, with bulk cable manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of bulk cable and cable assembly design, materials, components, manufacturing processes, and testing procedures.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements (including UL, CSA, NEC, cUL, IEC, CE, RoHS, and ISO 9001) and their influence on manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with extrusion process engineering, material science, and Quality Assurance/Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Proven project management capabilities with a self-motivated approach and the ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in DraftSight SolidWorks, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, internet research, and database navigation.

Our core values - Accountability, Collaboration, and Empowerment (ACE) - are the foundation of how we operate and drive success. You will take ownership of your contributions, collaborate with a team that gets stuff done, and be empowered to innovate and pursue bold initiatives that drive our business forward.

Are You Our Next ACE?

Process Optimization & Manufacturing

• Optimize extrusion, and cabling to reduce costs and waste.
• Support polymer extrusion (PVC, TPE, TPU, Nylon, Polyurethane, Fluoropolymers, XLPE) on 4/0 to 44 AWG copper wire.
• Manage twisting, bunching, and planetary cabling equipment.
• Improve yields, production speeds, and machinery utilization.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve issues and refine processes.

Design & Engineering Integration

• Design bulk cables meeting market needs.
• Lead design reviews and validation to ensure product quality.
• Partner with development engineering to address capability gaps.
• Align processes, equipment limits, and materials with customer specs.

Project Management, Quality & Support

• Lead teams to deliver complex development programs.
• Drive internal projects from concept to completion.
• Coordinate and execute Engineering Change Notifications (ECN).
• Provide accurate cost estimates and quotes.
• Implement process controls to maintain quality.
• Evaluate electrical and mechanical test requirements with Quality.
• Ensure seamless manufacturing transitions for new products.
• Meet team goals for savings, quality, safety, and timely introductions.

Systems You’ll Use

• Google Enterprise
• ADP Lyric
• Visual ERP
• Solidworks

Pay Transparency

Winchester Interconnect Corporation is committed to pay transparency. The pay range for this position is $90,000 - $115,000 USD per year, plus incentive compensation. Exact salary will be contingent upon your experience, education, skills, and any other factors Winchester Interconnect Corporation considers relevant to the hiring decision.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. In addition to federal law requirements, Winchester Interconnect complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Winchester Interconnect expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.