Product Design Engineer

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Yamaichi is part of a global organization recognized for delivering high-quality tech solutions to some of the world's leading technology companies. With a strong commitment to innovation, precision, and customer satisfaction, we take pride in developing products that support the advancement of the electronics industry. At this time we are looking for a Product Design Engineer - Electronics.

If you are looking to join a stable, growing organization where your skills can make a meaningful impact, we invite you to become part of the team!

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years engineering/design experience within the connector and/or electronics industries. This person will also be comfortable working with both the sales team and customers and possess excellent communication skills.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design and validation of new interconnect products involving various development activities (prototyping, testing, simulations).
• Provide technical support to the Sales team for inquiries related to products and their applications.
• Understand technical trends in the market for new product development.
• Communicate with and support customers regarding engineering and quality issues.
• Compose product specifications, technical and quality reports for customers, as well as technical papers for marketing and standard association activities.
• Generate production control specifications for factories and qualify products
• Maintain support with factories to establish high quality products and production processes.
• Assist internal teams regarding engineering aspects for pricing structures, vender selection and qualification of venders.
• Support and respond to compliance requirements from customers (RoHS, REACH ....).
• Facilitate development of sales objectives, strategies, advertising, promotional programs and ensure their execution and other different tasks as may be assigned to you from time to time by the Company.
• Devote full time, ability, attention, energy and skills in performing all duties as assigned and delegated to you by the Company.

What We’re Looking For



Please note: This is a on-site position in San Jose, CA. Remote work and relocation assistance are not offered for this position.

• Experience: 2 years of proven experience in mechanical and/or product design engineering, preferably within the electronics, connector or semiconductor industry. Experience with electronic components, connectors, or precision mechanical assemblies is a plus.
• Technical Background: Strong background in mechanical/electrical design, product development, and engineering principles, including experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent), Thermal simulation, technical drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing processes.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or a related engineering discipline required.
• Skills: Proficiency in mechanical design, 3D modeling, product development, design validation, tolerance analysis, material selection, and problem-solving. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and improve products while meeting quality, performance, and manufacturing requirements.
• Travel: Willingness to travel occasionally as needed.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Core competencies for this position also include effective time management, problem solving and time management, customer focus, a drive for results, the ability to communicate effectively, teamwork and organization skills.

Salary: 105,000 - 135,000 DOE

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance