Design Engineer

Amphenol and its Affiliated Companies • Seattle, WA

87d • Hybrid

About The Position

Amphenol CIT is seeking an experienced engineer to design and develop next-generation interconnect products, including signal and power connectors and cable solutions. The role focuses on creating products that meet customer requirements for performance, reliability, and cost, with an emphasis on manufacturability. The engineer will develop prototypes, oversee testing and qualification, support manufacturing improvements and customer issue resolution, and collaborate with global teams, customers, and suppliers. The position is hybrid for candidates residing in the Seattle area and is based at the Kent, Washington office. Travel is 0–5%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field.
• At least 3 years of experience in connector and/or cable assembly design and development, or at least 3 years of experience in parts design with an understanding of electrical testing and validation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and design skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate across global teams.
• Proficiency in using DFMEA to evaluate and mitigate risks in mechanical assemblies and design analyses.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is unavailable.
• Must be a U.S. person as defined by ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. citizen or resident alien status) and 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20).

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in 3D modeling tools such as SolidWorks.
• Proficiency in Product Data Management systems such as Windchill.

Responsibilities

• Review and document customer requirements and design interconnect products that comply with them, emphasizing ease of manufacturing and high reliability.
• Develop prototypes, oversee testing and qualification, and ensure compliance with industry and customer performance standards.
• Partner with Manufacturing on cost reduction, quality improvement, and customer issue resolution.
• Track technological trends and emerging interconnect solutions, including power interconnect innovations, to guide future product development.
• Check and/or approve engineering drawings, parts lists, and test sheets.
• Ensure engineering change notices (ECNs) are processed efficiently, effectively, and consistently.
• Interface with customers and suppliers as needed to maintain customer satisfaction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level