Associate Development Engineer

Job Description Power Solutions is seeking an entry level Development Engineer. This is an entry level position designed to train a recent graduate/or early career engineer in new product development for power electrical interconnects used in Datacom Applications. Examples of our product applications in Datacom are power from facility to data center rack, data center rack architecture, server & storage, and networking.Upon placement, candidates will receive one-on-one career development from experienced technical staff in areas of product development, testing, and qualification of new products.Training program will consist of the following areas:Electrical Connector BasicsElectrical Power ConnectorsSimulation (mechanical, electrical, thermal)Manufacturing Methods and Disciplines (e.g., electroplating, metal stamping, plastic molding, product assembly)Product Testing (internal product qualification, external certification testing)Responsibilities (after initial training program)Conceptualize, design, and develop power connector solutions as required by the BU strategic roadmap.Complete engineering deliverables to ensure design verification.Design for ManufacturingTolerance AnalysisProduct SimulationsDesign Failure Mode and Effects AnalysisCreate 3D models and 2D drawingsDefine Product, Application, and Packaging specificationsDefine verification and product qualification test plansWork closely with NPI and manufacturing engineering to support product transfer to manufacturingRequirementsBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related degree0-3 years of experience in connector designGeneral knowledge of 3D modeling using PTC Creo (formerly Pro/ENGINEER) and/or SolidWorksAbility to communicate well with Global Customers and all levels of the organization including Management, Marketing, Sales, Process Engineering, Test Lab personnel, other Engineers (local and global).Ability to prioritize, work to meet objectives and to manage multiple activities/projects simultaneously.