CAD/Design Engineer

Company Description

Being part of 'TeamOetiker' means working with over 2,000 people in 32 countries and at 13 production sites. We are the leading provider of high-end interconnect solutions for automotive and industrial applications. Our clamps, rings, straps and quick connectors can be found on virtually every vehicle in the world and in millions of household appliances. We are a Swiss family-owned company with a long-term perspective and a focus on sustainable business success. Does this sound like a place you want to work? Then get in touch with us!

Job Description

Salary Range: $58,000 - $84,000

Position Summary

The R&D Engineer is a key link to product realization. The R&D Engineer transforms customer needs into final products and processes through engineering design and analysis, prototyping, testing, and production development.

Responsibilities

• Design new Quick Connectors and components
• Prepare engineering drawings and bills of material
• Conduct design reviews throughout the duration of the project
• Understand customer requirements for fit, function and product compatibility
• Perform, report, and present product/process validation tests
• Carry out engineering analysis for new and existing designs; including FEA, tolerance analysis, and stress analysis
• Calculate product performance and compatibility
• Assist with analysis and resolution of customer quality issues
• Define product and process specifications with respect to quality, design and performance
• Create and maintain project documentation throughout its full duration
• Provide product/process benchmark data
• Interact with departments throughout the company to ensure customer satisfaction; including marketing, sourcing, finance, sales, quality and production
• Provide engineering support to production and quality departments
• Aid in the development and evolution of department processes and standards
• Propose suggestions for product and process improvements
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Several years of proven professional experience in product and process development.
• Capable of handling demanding tasks, preferably in product / process development (APQP, DVP & R, FMEA).
• Skilled in spoken and written English.
• High degree of assertiveness and communication skills as well as resilience, flexibility and teamwork.
• Structured thinking and acting paired with systematic and analytical judgment as well as high personal initiative.
• Knowledge ISO / TS 16949 / IATF 16949 / ISO 14000 certification.
• User knowledge of 3D-CAD SolidWorks.
• User knowledge of MS-Office.
• Several years of professional experience as a user of CAD.
• Engineering Degree (BSME) or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of SAP
  
  
  

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Paid Time Off (starts at 17 days a year)
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Generous 401k match
• Education tuition reimbursement program
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Comprehensive Training Program and access to Online Learning
  
  
  

Working together to make over 2 billion connections every year. That’s what we do at Oetiker. Our ‘OneOetiker’ culture is built on open and respectful collaboration and strong relationships with team members. Our strength comes directly from our team, our values and a culture of trust, teamwork, and professional growth. Oetiker strongly encourages equal rights. We appreciate every candidate and explicitly support a diverse and balanced workforce.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.