Senior Design Engineer

• Leading the technical development of new interconnect products from concept through to production.
• Creating detailed 3D and 2D CAD designs using SolidWorks.
• Designing contacts, insulators, connectors, cables, latching mechanisms and other critical interconnect components.
• Conducting design reviews supported by engineering calculations, simulation, testing and research.
• Coordinating prototype builds with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and manufacturing scale-up.
• Developing test procedures and overseeing qualification testing.
• Performing DFMEA and risk assessments in accordance with AS9100 requirements.
• Providing technical support for existing product ranges and leading root cause investigations.
• Working closely with customers, suppliers and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions.

Are you an experienced Design Engineer with a passion for innovation and product development? Do you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges and bringing cutting-edge products from concept to production?, Essential

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience within Aerospace, Defence, Military or other high-reliability industries.
• Proven experience successfully bringing products from concept to market.
• Strong CAD experience, preferably SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of FEA tools such as ANSYS and Mold Flow analysis.
• Understanding of metallic and polymeric materials, coatings and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles relating to connectors, contacts and cable systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Desirable

• Experience with coaxial, fibre optic and high-speed connector technologies.
• Understanding of RF design and signal transmission up to 40GHz.
• Hands-on rapid prototyping and product validation experience.
• Familiarity with PCB assembly, SMT processes and BGA applications.
• Knowledge of ISO9001 and AS9100 quality systems.
• Experience of DFMEA, Root Cause Analysis and risk management methodologies.
• Exposure to ESA, NASA or Defence product development programmes.
• Project management experience and the ability to manage multiple development activities simultaneously.

• Be part of a collaborative international engineering team.
• Influence the development of next-generation aerospace and defence products.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Excellent opportunities for personal and professional development.

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As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving

innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to

data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global

electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge

technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

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