Process Engineer

Summary:

As an Amphenol Industrial Operations (AIO) Process Engineer, you will be responsible for technical support & sustaining engineering for the processes of manufacturing and/or assembly of the products assigned. You should be able to analyze and solve problems from basic engineering principles theories and concepts through a wide range of complex and advanced problems and approve assembly instructions prior to release to production. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high technology, manufacturing environment and works well in a matrix structure across all levels of the organization.

Company Introduction

Amphenol Industrial Operations, headquartered in Endicott, New York with global manufacturing, sales and marketing locations, specializes in delivering a comprehensive range of high-reliability power and signal connectors along with interconnection systems designed specifically for industrial applications. Our solutions cater to diverse industrial sectors such as alternative energy, power generation and storage, rail and mass transit, process control, automotive manufacturing, heavy equipment, wireless base stations, and petrochemical industries.

Our product portfolio encompasses power interconnects utilizing RADSOK® contact technology, ruggedized military derivative commercial cylindrical connectors such as AC Threaded (SAE AS50151 style), PT (MIL-DTL-26482 style) and GT reverse bayonet style, assemblies and harnesses using these and other industry standard interconnect. With a dedicated team of over 900 skilled professionals and certifications including ISO9001 and IATF 16949, Amphenol Industrial Operations consistently meets the highest standards of quality and performance.

Amphenol Industrial Operations proudly operates as a division of Amphenol Corporation, headquartered in Wallingford, Connecticut.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Works independently or with others to document processes for manufacturing of components or assembly of connectors/cable assemblies/harnesses for Amphenol Industrial products.
• Learn Core product knowledge from Product Marketing team, other Process Engineers and Design Engineers on site.

• Ensure proper documentation is completed to meet Quality System requirements, validating or overseeing the validation of processes as they are developed
• Reviews and amends bills of materials from a process of manufacturing/assembly perspective and provides support for other departments as required with respect to bills of materials.
• Responsible for development and accuracy for work instructions on new product introduction.
• Participate in Engineering Change Notification (ECN) by creating requests or review/approve notifications under work.
• May work with outside Engineering Services or suppliers with their daily work or to support other departments.
• May lead support staff in NPI developments and builds of connectors, cable assemblies or harnesses.
• Executes Time Studies on products and reviews adjustments to current time standards with Manufacturing/Assembly and Product Marketing teams prior to adjustment.
• Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Shares expertise with others.
• Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Makes timely decisions.

• Teamwork – will be required to work within multiple different teams to fulfill Design Engineering requirements on more than one project at the same time.
• Communication – Proficient in modern forms of communication and office software. Must be able to work within a group project management platform.
• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for additional resources. Sets goals and objectives. Develops realistic action plans.
• Adaptability - Changes approach or method to best fit the situation. Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Proactive attitude - Must be willing to receive assignments on new projects or designs and communicate with the direct supervisor to confirm priorities when necessary.
• Will at times visit customers with Salesperson or Business Development team member as required.

Qualifications – Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.), BSEE degree or equivalent from an accredited College or University or minimum of three years related experience.
• Hi mix/low volume manufacturing experience a plus.
• Proficient Solidworks software experience is a plus.

• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail & time management

• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail & time management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook)

Physical/Environmental Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, sit, stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.