About Smiths Interconnect:

Smiths Interconnect, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance interconnect solutions. Our products are used in mission-critical applications across industries such as aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and industrial markets. At Smiths Interconnect, we are committed to innovation, quality, and providing cutting-edge solutions that connect the world’s most demanding systems.

Smiths Interconnect is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, to help create a safer, more efficient and productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defense, space & aerospace and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs c.16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. 

Job Purpose:

Provides engineering expertise in assigned areas to ensure that all products are designed, procured, and built in accordance with customer and company quality requirements for sales growth and profitability.

Responsibilities:

• Designs & develop new products and redesigns existing products to meet customer needs and specifications.
• Perform / Create / Update product design guidelines, customer standards, and / or analytical reports as assigned.
• Provide technical support to organizational stakeholders (Production, Quality, Marketing and Sales) and external customers.
• Participate in the development of product and technology roadmaps, in support of cross-functional stakeholders.
• Prepare technical proposals, and presentations as required to support customers, sales representatives and lead design reviews.
• Conduct patent assessment and prepare technical documents for filing new patent. 
• Investigates and suggests solutions to the Engineering Manager or Director with regard to product related problems.
• Interface with suppliers to evaluate component specification, new manufacturing techniques, and/or new materials.
• Compliance and participation in all Smiths Interconnect’s EHS programs, policies, procedures and training requirements.
• Participate and contribute to team training, development, mentoring and audits.
• Provide mentorship and support to junior-level technologists.
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with company policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent; at least 4x years of post-graduate experience.
• Knowledge of engineering mechanics, material properties, physics and manufacturing methods.
• Knowledge of electrical theories especially in signal transmission, characterization and signal integrity.
• Familiar with the effects of mechanical component design on its electrical functions/performance.
• Experience with SolidWorks 3D modeling software or equivalent & understanding GD&T, ANSI/ASME standards.
• Experience with Six Sigma or equivalent tools and Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) preferred.
• Experience on Finite Element Analysis (structural, thermal & fluid) preferred.
• Experience on electromagnetic (EM) and RF simulations preferred.
• Experience on IC test socket or electrical connector designs is a plus.
• Attention to detail/self-directed and able to work under normal supervision.
• Ability to analyze complex problems using data-driven approach and define solutions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• US citizen or permanent resident is required (ITAR compliance) for US sites.

Travel %: 0-20%

Security: Please State if US Citizen or permanent Resident Required

Planning and Decision Making:

• Coordinates with project team to ensure milestones are achieved and risks are mitigated.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment, systems, tools and process to increase organizational efficiency.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems and/or assists others in solving work problems.
• Relies on extensive experience, analytical capacity, problem solving skills/tools and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Impact and Scope: 

• . Contributes to Functional KPI goals.
• Design authority for new and existing configurations.
• Collaborates across multiple sites and geographies.
• Some travel may be required for training and/or other business purposes, including customer and/or supplier visits.

Key Internal & External Stakeholders & Relationships

• Be able to lead cross-functional teams in product design and development cycle.
• Interface with customers & supply chain during the development cycle and conduct customer visits as necessary.
• Be able to train Internal and External stakeholders on our products and capabilities.

Why Smiths Interconnect?

• Global Impact: As part of Smiths Group, a global engineering leader, you’ll be working on ground-breaking technologies that make a difference in industries that are shaping the future.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career progression across Smiths Interconnect and the wider Smiths Group.
• Innovative Culture: Join a collaborative and innovative team, where your ideas and contributions are valued and rewarded.
• Competitive Package: We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and performance-related incentives.
• Location: Milpitas is an exciting city with a tech sector and vibrant cultural scene, making it a great place to live and work.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)