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Molex

High-Speed Connector Principal Project Engineer

Molex, Rochester Hills, Michigan, United States,


Molex, Inc is one of the world's largest, global manufacturers of electronic, electrical, and fiber optic connectors and switches. The company, which has over 42,000 employees in 39 countries, designs and manufactures interconnection systems that are used in many different applications. These include automobiles, smartphones and tablets, medical devices, factory automation, network servers, routers, and home appliances. Molex sells products both directly to manufacturers and through distribution.

As an automotive High-Speed Project Engineer, you will spearhead the development of new connector and terminal products for the automotive industry, guiding them through all stages of the product development lifecycle to transition concepts into production. Additionally, you will assist with modifications and extension work for existing products and contribute to research and development initiatives within the High-Speed automotive sector. If you're eager to fast-track your career and become a part of an exceptional company, this opportunity might be perfect for you.

What You Will Do

Lead automotive High-Speed connector and terminal concept development activities and/or high-speed header plug cores with minimal guidance from Engineering Manager.

Collaborate with Design Engineers to develop 3D models and drawings, adhering to Molex Standards and GD&T methodology.

Plan and lead DFMEAs, FEAs, tolerance analysis, and other theoretical studies. Develop mitigation plans for areas of risk.

Direct documentation of the project scope, requirements, feasibility, and engineering work plan.

Manage material selection and justification, focusing on resins for plastic injection molding and metals for stamping components.

Develop high speed connector, terminal & header plug core test plans (DVP&Rs) and evaluate results using statistical methods. Lead failure analysis using structured problem-solving methods.

Serve as the Subject Matter Expert in High-Speed automotive connector development including but not limited to signal integrity & electromagnetic effects.

Act as the engineering voice to cross-functional teams and customers, ensuring design objectives are met and identifying / directing R&D opportunities in High-Speed products.

Who You Are

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

5 years of product design experience with depth of knowledge in material, mechanics, manufacturing processes, & engineering processes/tools.

2 years of experience developing high speed automotive connectors and terminals or header plug cores

Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

What Puts You Ahead

Experience with DFMEA, FEA, Tolerance Analysis, GD&T, and other theoretical studies.

Proven ability to manage project scopes, requirements, and engineering work plans.

Expert knowledge in material selection, especially resins for plastic injection molding and metals for stamping components.

Experience in developing test plans (DVP&Rs) and analyzing test results using statistical methods. Demonstrated ability to follow structured problem-solving methods (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, etc) to root cause issues.

Capability to identify and contribute to R&D opportunities in the High-Speed space.

Experience with architecture and protocols in high-speed automotive products and defining strategy for connectors to meet future needs.

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