Design Engineer

Standex•Watertown, SD

147d

About The Position

The Design Engineer plans, designs, and develops products for assigned projects; prepares or directs the preparation of specifications and drawings; defines tests and evaluates results; recommends or develops design changes; and interfaces with customers to support products and projects. The role develops LTCC transformer and inductor designs to meet customer needs and manufacturability requirements, evaluates new-design samples, and creates preliminary specification drawings. It also supports customers and NASCENTechnology sales and marketing, develops technical documentation, and contributes to cost-effective materials and labor choices for new designs. The engineer may assist with larger projects, mentor and train less experienced engineers and technicians, and travel as necessary. The role requires staying current with and following applicable U.S. export regulations, including ITAR, and other relevant industry standards. Only U.S. Persons, as defined in the posting, will be considered.

Requirements

B.S. in Electrical Engineering.
Hands-on experience or education with hybrid microelectronics, low-temperature co-fired ceramics, or magnetic components (wire-wound or multilayer).
Must qualify as a U.S. Person under ITAR: a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident with a valid green card who does not work for a foreign company.
Record of accomplishment and analytical problem-solving ability.
Ability to work independently on routine assignments after training.
Ability to communicate effectively on technical topics.
Proficiency in Excel (MS Office Package), PSpice, and MATLAB.

Nice To Haves

Ansoft proficiency.

Responsibilities

Build effective working relationships with customers and internal resources.
Communicate effectively and accurately in writing, verbally, and graphically.
Independently define and complete multiple assigned tasks and small projects.
Develop LTCC transformer and inductor designs that meet customer needs and manufacturability requirements.
Assist with planning and implementing larger projects.
Stay current with and follow U.S. Export Regulations, including ITAR, and other industry standards applicable to project and product assignments.
Provide technical support to customers and NASCENTechnology sales and marketing efforts.
Evaluate samples of new designs and create preliminary specification drawings.
Ensure new designs use cost-effective materials and labor.
Develop and use design software, including Ansoft, PSpice, and MATLAB, to improve design and customer-support efficiency.
Develop technical documentation, including technical bulletins and application drawings for products.
Travel as necessary.
Mentor and train less experienced engineers and technicians as needed.