Senior Cable Development Engineer - Onsite, Hands-On

Samtec, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Samtec, Inc. in Wilsonville, Oregon is seeking an Engineering Specialist to join the New Ventures cable development team.

This hands-on, on-site role emphasizes rapid prototyping, testing, and process optimization for high‑speed extrusion, shielding, braiding, and jacketing operations. The successful candidate will have 10+ years in cable development/manufacturing, strong discipline knowledge, ability to work independently, and proficiency with CAD and data analysis tools, with mentorship

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of cable development and manufacturing experience
• Extensive engineering discipline knowledge in cable manufacturing (process, controls, mechanical, product)
• Ability to interpret and create technical documentation (drawings, schematics, SOPs, reports)
• Ability to work independently, as a team member, and as an internal consultant to achieve results
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external subject matter experts
• Demonstrates initiative to identify and solve technical challenges
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with CAD and data analysis software is a plus
• Able to sit/stand for at least 90 consecutive minutes
• Lifting up to 50 pounds regularly from floor to waist

Responsibilities

• Support development and introduction of new high‑performance cable products and processes from concept to production readiness
• Design and execute engineering trials to evaluate new materials, processes, and cable constructions
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for high‑speed extrusion, shielding, braiding, and jacketing
• Collaborate with design engineers, manufacturing teams, and QA to meet specifications
• Analyze lab and production data to identify trends, troubleshoot issues, and improve reliability
• Support prototyping, material selection, and process validation during early‑stage R&D
• Document technical findings and contribute to internal knowledge bases
• Interface with suppliers and industry experts to coordinate development efforts
• Develop test plans, qualification protocols, and product specifications
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and new materials
• Provide coaching and mentorship to Engineering Technicians and operations associates

Skills

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Independent contributor

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor’s degree in related engineering

Tools

CAD software

Data analysis software

Job description

Samtec, Inc. in Wilsonville, Oregon is seeking an Engineering Specialist to join the New Ventures cable development team.

This hands-on, on-site role emphasizes rapid prototyping, testing, and process optimization for high‑speed extrusion, shielding, braiding, and jacketing operations. The successful candidate will have 10+ years in cable development/manufacturing, strong discipline knowledge, ability to work independently, and proficiency with CAD and data analysis tools, with mentorship