PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Under general supervision, prepares detailed assembly and component drawings for production and catalogues.
About KYOCERA AVX
KYOCERA AVX is a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future. As a wholly owned subsidiary of KYOCERA Corporation structured to capitalize on shared resources and technical expertise, KYOCERA AVX has an expansive global footprint comprised of several dozen research, development, and manufacturing facilities spanning more than 15 countries and staffed with talented personnel dedicated to innovation, component quality, customer service, and enabling a brighter future through technology.
KYOCERA AVX designs, develops, manufactures, and supplies advanced capacitors, antennas, connectors, circuit protection and timing devices, sensors, controls, filters, fuses, diodes, resistors, couplers, and inductors optimized for employment in the international 5G, IoT, aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, industrial, medical, and military markets.
Design Engineer - Connectors
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Utilize SolidWorks to produce CAD models of components and assemblies.
- Gather and develop a basic understanding of requirements for suppliers primarily of the automotive industry and industrial applications.
- Work with suppliers of stamping dies, molds, and manual and automated assembly equipment.
- Communicate daily with suppliers of tooling and components.
- Communicate regularly with customers via reports and phone conversations to provide project status updates.
- Keep target dates and track progress in timing tables.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred, and at least 1-2 years’ experience in a manufacturing setting required.
- Prior experience with engineering design software required, Solid Works exp. is a plus.
- Prior connector design experience required.
- Mechanically inclined, with a basic understanding of stamping, molding, and assembly methods.
- Experience testing of electronic connectors is a plus.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to speak with suppliers and customers.
- Experience within the automotive industry is preferred but not required.
- Experience using Microsoft Project and Smartsheet is preferred.
- Ability to multi-task and handle several projects concurrently.
EEO STATEMENT:
Kyocera-AVX is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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