RF Product Development Engineer

Samtec, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Samtec, Inc. in Pennsylvania seeks an RF Product Development Engineer to move high-frequency connector designs from concept through release, collaborating with Marketing, Quality and Operations.

The role requires hands-on RF design, DVT-related activities, and experience with SolidWorks and 3D CAD. On-site at PA plant; Bachelor's in EE and 3+ years in RF connectors preferred; strong cross-functional teamwork expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in design and development of RF connectors.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks preferred.
• Knowledge of Samtec engineering systems preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Review designs, identify risks and mitigate.
• Coordinate design verification testing and inspections.
• Support pre-production builds and first assemblies.
• Track actions and communicate results with teams.
• Lead design reviews and ensure timely release.
• Manage multiple projects with changing priorities.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Quality and Operations.
• Maintain project tracking updates weekly.

Skills

RF connectors design

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Samtec, Inc.

Position Title

RF Product Development Engineer

Description

Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $1 Billion global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. Samtec Technology Centers are dedicated to developing and advancing technologies, strategies and products to optimize both the performance and cost of a system from the bare die to an interface 100 meters away, and all interconnect points in between. With 40+ international locations and products sold in more than 125 different countries, Samtecs global presence enables its unmatched customer service.

** POSITION WILL BE ONSITE AT SAMTEC's PA CABLE PLANT - LIMERICK, PA**

Summary/Objective

The RF Product Development Engineer will be responsible for moving new product designs and line extensions through the development and release process.

Essential Functions/ Responsibilities

• Reviews product designs, identifies risks and takes actions to mitigate.
• Initiates requests for FAI, Design Verification Testing (DVT), SI and IPG (solderability) inspections/test.
• Assembles and debugs 1st assemblies. Verifies product before submission for testing.
• Provides engineering support for pre-production builds.
• Confirms FAI, IPG (solderability), SI and Design Verification Testing (DVT) Test reports. Manages, tracks and communicates corrective actions as required.
• Rationalizes test results with product scope and directs edits to PSS as required.
• Leads Design Review #4 & RoutesFinal Release Forms; manages feedback as required.
• Actively participate and support peer design reviews and other team efforts.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously as priorities can change very quickly.
• Work and communicate regularly with Marketing, Quality and Operations
• Utilize the Project Tracking System (PTS) and updates tasks on at least a weekly basis.

** The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities. **

Required Experience

• 3+ years experience in design and development of RF connectors.
• Experience with 3d CAD software is required. (Solidworks is desired).
• Knowledge of Samtec Engineering systems is desired.
• Solid interpersonal communication skills, a professional demeanor, cooperative personality and a team attitude are all required.Works well with others and interacts effectively and efficiently with internal and external people and groups.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Extensive cross functional team expertise including technical and non-technical work.
• Analytical and creative thinker, problem solver, result-orientated and focused.
• Motivated, high achiever, persistent and conscientious.

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent is required.

SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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