Samtec, Inc

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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, Samtec’s 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 & Routes Final 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.