PCB Applications Engineer IV

Amphenol CMT; Snoqualmie (WA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Amphenol CMT is seeking an Applications Engineer to act as a technical expert in customer interactions, responsible for assessing needs and managing project expectations. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, preferably in the medical industry, and engage in proposal creation and technical documentation. This position offers a competitive salary and is a key role in enhancing customer satisfaction and driving project success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a related engineering role required.
• 5+ years in a flexible printed circuits manufacturing unit preferred.
• Background in the medical industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create complex technical proposals by integrating knowledge of products and regulatory requirements.
• Manage customer expectations for complex projects and processes.
• Direct development and implementation of project status communication plans.

Skills

Strong customer focus

Exceptional communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/sciences

Advanced technical degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

ERP systems

Job description

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Amphenol CMT is proud to be an industry leader in the advanced development and manufacturing of critical medical devices that transform and elevate patient care. We specialize in tailored interconnects, precision components, and fully integrated solutions for surgical, robotic, interventional, and general healthcare applications, all crafted to redefine what's possible in modern medicine. Driven by a culture of innovation, collaboration, and lean principles, we deliver exceptional solutions and premium service that set new benchmarks in the industry.

Amphenol CMT is a proud part of the global Amphenol family, one of the world’s largest providers of high-technology interconnect, sensor and antenna solutions across virtually every end market. Our products Enable the Electronics Revolution and help deliver the future of healthcare.

SUMMARY

The Applications Engineer plays the role of a technical expert in customer-facing activities such as assessing their needs, informing them of our capabilities, and reviewing customer-supplied design data for accuracy and manufacturability. They blend their industry expertise with knowledge of markets, helping the team prepare to best serve its customers. Additionally, a person in this role acts as a liaison to other engineers and Sales team, to communicate the technical details of the job and to provide update on the progress of setup and manufacturing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Creates complex technical proposals for customers by integrating knowledge of product, regulatory requirements, market, price point, organizational capabilities, and corporate strategy.
• Communicates with customer to establish understanding of customer’s technical requirements and convey design capabilities, product performance, and organizational expertise. Identifies new business opportunities.
• Manages customer expectations and balances against internal capabilities for complex and challenging projects, processes, and products.
• When required, creates, and maintains project schedule, resources, and budget, which includes the generation of milestones required to complete assigned projects.
• Oversees the establishment and maintenance of a project quality culture that prioritizes compliance, risk management, and operational excellence.
• Directs the development and implementation of communication plans that effectively convey project status, risks, and successes to all stakeholders, including executive leadership
• Directs the development and implementation of cost estimate processes in preparation for sales quotations for customer cable assemblies to be manufactured by Amphenol CMT.
• Directs in a cross functional team a complete technical assessment for each project quoted, determining tooling requirements and cost, testing requirements and adapters required, level of manufacturing data required and determines if further clarification and/or documents are required from the customer.
• Is someone that can discover problems and present solution options to Customer technical contacts with onsite technical support involving industry standards, medical specifications, design assistance, Amphenol CMT production capabilities, and material requirements.
• Partner with process engineers to ensure process capabilities align with customer requirements and planned market positioning for growth.
• Collaborate with Sales team in communication with customers on the progress of a work order.
• Ensure expected yield levels are appropriate to meet customer requirements.
• Assist in post-shipment support, such as customer complaints and RMAs.
• Support Sales team during customer visits and trade shows to showcase product capabilities.

*Other duties as required in support of the department and the company*

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities of this role do not include supervising other employees.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/sciences with 10+ years in related engineering role, required.
• Advanced technical degree or a degree in management/marketing field, preferred.
• 5+ years’ minimum experience in a flexible printed circuits manufacturing unit.
• Background in medical industry, preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• IPC certifications in standards or design, preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, preferred.
• Relevant certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies, preferred.

SPECIFIC SKILLS and/ or KNOWLEDGE

• Strong customer focus and interaction – strong interpersonal relationship/customer skills.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) with emphasis on active listening and technical documentation.
• Able to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write technical protocols and reports.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other employees, managers, or customers.
• Able to travel internationally.
• Broad engineering abilities and understanding of electrical, mechanical, and mfg/industrial engineering disciplines.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, SAP preferred.
• Ability to view and modify Gerber or DXF data.
• Ability to read customer drawings and stackups.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate with various departments.
• Strong communication skills to effectively convey standards and procedures.
• Reliable and flexible to work additional hours on short notice to complete orders or special projects to meet customer or internal demands.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and/or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing environment: A work environment in a manufacturing plant is the physical and social setting where goods production occurs. Depending on the type of product, process, and plant, the work environment may vary in terms of noise, temperature, safety, and demand. Common characteristics of a work environment in a manufacturing plant are the use of machinery and exposure to hazards such as chemicals, heat, dust, or noise, with a culture of teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Amphenol CMT is fully committed to minimizing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. To achieve this, we adhere to all applicable environmental regulations and laws, prevent pollution, and continuously improve our environmental performance in all our global operations. This is possible through an Environmental Management System that provides a framework for setting and reviewing our environmental objectives and targets. We aim to identify and reduce any negative environmental impact our business activities may have.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• ASTM F–2412–2005, ANSI Z41–1999, or ANSI Z41–1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas.
• Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas.
• Hearing protection in specific locations.
• Ability to compile with JSA in specific areas.

EXPORT COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR and EAR (Export Administration Regulations) technical data. Therefore, candidates must qualify as US Persons, defined as US Citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders).

TRAVEL

20% to 50% - to customer sites and Amphenol CMT manufacturing sites as needed.

SALARY INFORMATION:

According to several states' laws, this position's salary range falls between $130k and $145k annually. However, this salary information is merely a general guideline. When extending an offer, Amphenol CMT considers various factors such as the position's responsibilities, scope of work, candidate's work experience, education/training, essential skills, internal pay equity, and market considerations.

Certain roles are also eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases and annual bonus. These awards are discretionary and allocated based on individual and company performance. U.S.-based employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and wellbeing benefits, among others. U.S.-based employees also receive, per calendar year, up to 11 scheduled paid holidays, up to 80 hours of paid time off and sick paid time off.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Customer Service, Business Development, and Consulting

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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