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Mechanical Design Engineer

Amphenol Corp, Arizona City, AZ, United States


Under general direction of the Director of Engineering, the Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for new product, mechanical design, product improvements, documentation, production fixture design, reliability analysis as well as providing technical expertise and product knowledge using a variety of engineering disciplines.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will also work collaboratively with other members of the Engineering team to ensure that projects are completed in a timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead engineering projects covering the company’s range of technology and product areas

Design and develop complete devices that integrate mechanical, electrical/electronic components

Interact with Product Management, Marketing and Customers to fully understand product requirements and develop cost effective and innovative solutions

Create solid models and drawings for assembly, components, tooling and fixturing in SolidWorks

Perform Finite Element Analysis on high stress components

Work with internal and external vendors and consultants to create and test functional prototypes of new devices, component changes, and design improvements

Create designs that are aligned with assembly and manufacturing capabilities; perform Design‑for‑Manufacturing reviews

Work with Manufacturing Engineering to develop assembly, process control and quality workmanship procedures

Perform product verification and validations according to the defined design inputs and product specifications

Develop multi-level Bill‑of‑Materials

Write reports, specifications, correspondence, and procedures

Ensure products comply with and are certified to applicable specifications and regulatory standards

Stay abreast of any new technologies, including design software, rules, design practices etc.

Perform functional testing and troubleshooting of electronic products

Perform schematic design, analysis, and Simulation of electronic circuits

Provide guidance to internal and external sources for PCB layout

Lead and train members of the Design Team

Work closely with a wide variety of internal and external customers to define, meet or exceed design parameters during the design phase.

Interface with customers on test related issues when applicable

Perform other tasks as assigned by manager

Job Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering

3+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience, preferred

Proficient in software tools including Solid Works, 3D CAD modeling and Microsoft Office applications

Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS 9100 structure and requirements

Expertise with tools such as FMEA, FEA, DFM and statistical techniques

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with staff at all levels in the organization

Understanding of commodities including: cable harnesses, CNC milling/lathe, PCBA, box‑builds, and electronic components

Excellent problem solving, data analysis, deductive reasoning and critical thinking skills

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds

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