Design Engineer

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Smiths Interconnect, part of Smiths Group, is hiring a Design Engineer for a full-time remote role anywhere in the UK. You will create CAD designs for cables, connectors and contacts, act as technical lead on interconnect solutions, coordinate prototypes with vendors, lead design reviews, support new product introductions, and perform FMEA risk analyses under AS9100. Requires a mechanical engineering degree with 5–7 years in military or aerospace, CAD experience (SolidWorks preferred), and knowledge of ANSYS or Moldflow, materials and electrical engineering. To apply, tailor your CV to show prototyping and RF work up to 40 GHz, cite outcomes, and apply via the official Smiths Careers site; travel is domestic and international.

Company Description

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 Description

• Create detailed cable, connector, and contact designs on 3D or 2D CAD system.
• Technical lead for the development of interconnect solutions including design of the following: contacts, insulators, cabling and latching mechanisms
• Support Senior Design Engineer for development of complex interconnect solutions
• Coordinate the construction of functional and non-functional prototypes with internal and external vendors
• Lead/support group design reviews using calculations, experimental results or research
• Technical lead during the new product introduction process, including assisting manufacturing with tooling adjustments
• Provide technical support for existing products
• Apply principles of electrical engineering as they pertain to connectors, contact technology and cable design
• Generate test procedures and test and/or oversee testing of new designs as necessary
• Perform risk analysis such as FMEA as it pertains to AS9100
• Be able to travel domestically and internationally

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, MSME preferred
• 5-7 years minimum work experience in Military & Aerospace industry
• Working knowledge of CAD software, Solid works preferred
• Knowledge of ANSYS (FEA) and Mold flow or equivalents
• Knowledge of polymeric materials, metals and coatings
• Knowledge of principles of Electrical Engineering

Additional Information

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Hands-on prototype development experience, preferably including rapid prototyping
• Familiarity with coaxial and fiber optic connectors and knowledge of connector sealing and shielding a plus
• Familiar with transmission line theory and digital signal transmission
• Familiar with high frequency RF applications at up to 40 GHz
• Working knowledge of Printed Circuit Board assembly, specifically Surface Mount Technology, Pick and Place and IR Reflow
• Experience with the application of BGAs (Ball Grid Arrays)
• Experience with soldering process, platings and specifications
• Experience with ESA, NASA or Department of Defense Electronics design, i.e., manned and unmanned vehicle, ordinance development or production
• FMEA experience
• Familiar with Root Cause Analysis utilizing standard problem-solving tools and methodologies
• Familiar with Project Management Techniques (e.g. GANTT charts, risk management)

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)