Product Design Engineer - Connectors

As a Product Design Engineer - Connectors at our company, you will play a crucial role in the development and design of cutting-edge connectors for integration with flexible harnesses. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Connection Systems Engineering, you will be responsible for creating 3D models and 2D prints, as well as ensuring the release of our low- and high-voltage connection systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize your expertise in 3D CAD modeling (CATIA V5, Solid Works, or UG) to develop innovative connector designs.
• Create part designs for progressive die and injection molding processes, considering the use of different materials such as resins and metal.
• Drive concept development, prototyping, and production phases to deliver high-quality connector designs.
• Follow APQP processes for project documentation, ensuring accurate and thorough records.
• Support validation testing to ensure the durability and performance of connectors at both bench and vehicle levels.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues, documenting root causes and driving effective resolutions.
• Participate in design review and XFMEA meetings to incorporate lessons learned and best practices.
• Utilize rapid prototype development to showcase proof of concept and validate design feasibility.
• Collaborate closely with internal and customer teams to ensure seamless vehicle implementation.
• Work alongside manufacturing/suppliers to develop diagnostic tools for production deployment and service.
• Drive the adoption of best practices and world-class tools, contributing to the creation of new technologies and solutions.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related fields.
• Proven experience (2+ years) in product design, specifically in automotive connectors.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD systems, with Solid Works experience preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of product development for High Voltage / Low Voltage automotive connection systems, including design attributes and industry specifications.
• Experience supporting product development and manufacture during DV/PV/SOP phases.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with various internal and external teams.
• A results-driven, enthusiastic, and eager personality is highly desired!

Working Conditions/Hours:

• This position is based in Wixom, MI, and requires 100% onsite presence, with occasional travel (~10%) to CelLink locations and customers worldwide.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Work Environment – Office

This role involves both a typical office environment, with minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues, and a shop environment, with exposure to high noise levels, physical hazards, nuisance dust, and hazardous materials used in the manufacturing process.

PPE

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required, including safety glasses, safety shoes, bump-caps, gloves, hair nets, masks, and clean-room frocks, in adherence to prescribed safety procedures. Ear plugs are recommended in areas with high noise levels.

Physical Demands – Office

This position requires the ability to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit, use their hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, manipulate keys on a keyboard, stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and have close and peripheral vision. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance (including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs).

As part of my employment application with CelLink Corporation (the “Company”), I agree to resolve any disputes or claims related to my application, including those involving the Company, its affiliates, officers, directors, agents, and employees, through arbitration. This includes claims of discrimination, wrongful treatment, and violations of laws or regulations at all levels. By agreeing to arbitration, I waive the option to take such claims to court, and the arbitrator’s decision will be final. This agreement does not affect any rights or obligations related to potential future employment with CelLink Corporation.

By submission of this application, I certify that all information contained within this application is correct to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that providing false information is grounds for refusing to hire me or for termination should I be hired.

I further understand that this employment application is considered an integral part of the selection process. I authorize the Company and its agents to verify the information provided, including but not limited to employment history, educational background, references, and any other relevant details, as part of their evaluation of my qualifications for employment. I agree to promptly notify the Company of any changes to the information provided on this application should I be selected for employment.

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CAD Software (Solidworks)

Salary info:

$57 / hr