Engineering Specialist in Wilsonville, Oregon at Samtec, Inc.

Engineering Specialist - Wilsonville, Oregon. This is a hands-on technical role within the New Ventures cable development team. On site, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm, non-exempt.

The Engineering Specialist is a role that utilizes significant experience and skillset within a technical discipline for high-speed cable manufacturing. Primary responsibilities of the role include driving improvement to the state-of-the-art products, materials, and manufacturing systems for the business. The focus will be on development of new enabling technologies to support the product roadmap. The individual in the role will be expected to work hands on and consult on projects across engineering lanes while operating with a large degree of independence.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

1. Support the development and introduction of new high-performance cable products and processes from concept to production readiness.
2. Design and execute engineering trials to evaluate new materials, processes, and cable constructions.
3. Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for high-speed extrusion, shielding, braiding, and jacketing operations.
4. Collaborate with design engineers, manufacturing teams, and quality assurance to ensure product performance meets electrical, mechanical, and environmental specifications.
5. Analyze lab and production data to identify trends, troubleshoot issues, and improve product consistency and reliability.
6. Support prototyping, material selection, and process validation activities during early-stage R&D and product development.
7. Document technical findings and contribute to internal knowledge bases, design guides, and standard practices.
8. Interface with suppliers and industry experts to coordinate development efforts and resolve technical challenges.
9. Develop test plans, qualification protocols, and product specifications in accordance with industry standards.
10. Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and new materials relevant to cable design and processing.
11. Provide coaching and mentorship to Engineering Technicians and technical operations associates.

*The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities.*

Required Experience:

1. Minimum 10 years of experience in a cable development and manufacturing environment, or related experience.
2. Must have extensive working knowledge within one or more engineering disciplines in cable manufacturing including process, controls, mechanical, and product.
3. Must be able to interpret and create technical documentation including drawings, schematics, standard operating procedures, and technical reports.
4. Ability to work independently, as a team member, and as an internal consultant to accomplish results.
5. Ability to collaborate with both internal and external subject matter experts.
6. Demonstrates strong initiative to identify and solve technical challenges.
7. Proficient with Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
8. Experience with CAD and data analysis software packages is a plus.
9. Must be able to sit/stand for at least 90 consecutive minutes.
10. Lifting Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly from floor to waist.

Education:
1. High school diploma or GED is required.
2. Associate or bachelors degree in a related engineering discipline is a plus.