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SAMTEC, INC

<div><p><b>Job Summary</b></p><div><br>
The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (sSQE) investigates component quality problems caused by external suppliers. This role includes testing, process verification, and engineering reviews, and works cross functionally with Engineering, Operations, Purchasing, Quality and Sourcing teams to resolve quality issues internally and externally. The sSQE will also lead peers in problem solving and participate in new supplier evaluation and onboarding.<br>
Core Responsibilities<br>
<b>Supplier Quality Support &amp; Issue Management</b><br>
<ul><li>Act as the voice of Samtec to the supplier regarding change management, defective material, and product qualifications</li><li>Verifying the validity of defects reported through the Quality Problem (QP) system.</li><li>Verify reported out of spec features</li><li>Contain all suspect material</li><li>Determine the accountable party for defects</li><li>Disposition suspect material</li><li>Lead peers in Quality Problem Resolution</li></ul><b>
Root Cause Analysis &amp; Corrective Actions</b><br>
<ul><li>Use quality and engineering tools to properly identify root causes of defects</li><li>Engage cross functional teams to determine solutions to Quality Problems</li><li>Implement solutions to Quality Problems</li><li>Verify implementation of short- and long-term corrective, preventive, and crossing actions by the accountable party</li><li>Engage suppliers to generate detailed 8D reports including root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions</li></ul><b>
Quality Systems &amp; Compliance</b><br>
<ul><li>Ensure site compliance with the Samtec Quality Management System (QMS) to maintain ISO 9001 and other certifications</li><li>Support audits for compliance to procedures and work instructions per the internal audit schedule</li><li>Audit suppliers to ISO standards</li></ul></div><div><b>
Supplier &amp; Process Development</b><br>
<ul><li>Work with Engineering, Sourcing, and Quality to evaluate new suppliers</li><li>Study and recommend techniques to improve product and process control methods with suppliers</li></ul><b>
Project &amp; Objective Ownership</b><br>
<ul><li>Own quality assurance objectives established by upper management</li><li>Manage assigned projects and ensure timely completion</li></ul>
Recommended Experience<br>
<b>Manufacturing &amp; Technical Experience</b><br>
<ul><li>Experience in manufacturing processes employed by Samtec or Samtec suppliers, including:</li></ul>
o Fiber Optics<br>
o Cable Extrusion<br>
o High Data Rate Cable Assemblies<br>
o Precision RF<br>
o Injection Molding, Progressive Stamping, Plating, insert molding a plus<br>
<b>Quality &amp; Engineering Skills</b><br>
<ul><li>Experience in engineering or quality role with knowledge of:</li></ul>
o Automotive quality<br>
o Quality tools (8D, Fishbone/Ishikawa, 5 Why, Is/Is Not)<br>
o Statistical Process Control (SPC)<br>
o FMEA, GR&amp;R, Lean, DOE<br>
o Root cause analysis<br>
o Tolerance analysis<br>
o Engineering design<br>
o Data analysis<br>
o Negotiation and leadership<br>
o Customer service<br>
<b>Professional Attributes</b><br>
<ul><li>Detail oriented problem solver with strong analytical skills</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills with internal and external customers</li><li>Ability to manage competing priorities in a fluid environment</li><li>Willingness to travel to suppliers and other Samtec locations</li><li>Ability to sit or stand for at least 90 consecutive minutes, without sensory deprivation or limb paralysis</li></ul></div><p><b>
Education</b><br>
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Materials Science, or equivalent).<br>
Training<br>
<b>On the job training as appropriate.</b></p></div><p></p>

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

<div><p>Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $950 million global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. Samtec Technology Centers are dedicated to developing and advancing technologies, strategies and products to optimize both the performance and cost of a system from the bare die to an interface 100 meters away, and all interconnect points in between. With 40+ international locations and products sold in more than 125 different countries, Samtec&rsquo;s global presence enables its unmatched customer service.</p><p>
Salary range for this position is $110k - $140K per year inclusive of applicable bonus(s) and commensurate with experience. Standard benefit offerings available are medical (HSA/PPO) dental, vision, group life, AD&amp;D, short and long term disability, EAP, 401K plus other voluntary options, as well as paid time off.</p><p><b>
This Position is located at Samtec Microelectronics in Colorado Springs, CO
</b></p><div><b>Summary/Objective:</b> Our Process Development Engineers collaboratively work with Design Engineers, Product Engineers and Operations to develop and implement new manufacturing processes, which support next generation of Samtec Optics products. The Senior Optoelectronics Process Development Engineer leads complex engineering studies (DOEs, FMEAs), troubleshoots technical issues, and is a mentor to junior staff. The ideal candidate has broad experience with microelectronics assembly and optics manufacturing, to be able to consider the impacts upstream and downstream of process changes.</div><div><b>
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Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
</b></div><ul><li>Lead and execute experiments to identify key process variables using DOE type methodologies or other analytical methods.</li><li>
Develop manufacturing best practices, parameters, process windows, and work instructions that support new product development.</li><li>
Use Six Sigma DMAIC process or other similar methods to determine root cause/solutions to process challenges.</li><li>
Use statistical methods and conduct process capability studies to determine if the processes are meeting key process requirements.
</li><li>Develop process criteria to determine if new processes are ready for full volume production.</li><li>
Collect and interpret data from other technical and operating staff involved.</li><li>
Perform engineering calculations based on statistical data and utilize that information to drive process improvements and implement effective manufacturing strategies.
</li><li>Develop/research new manufacturing methods that help advance the company long-term.</li><li>
Provide general guidance, direction, and support to other departments/sites that utilize the same manufacturing processes.</li></ul><div><b>
*</b><i>The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position.</i><i> </i><i>Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities. *</i></div><div><b>
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Required Experience:</b></div><ul><li>
5-10 years of experience in opto-electronics and/or microelectronics manufacturing, with an emphasis on process development. Experience with optical alignment also required, or alternatively, experience with other critical alignment processes &ndash; such as die attach to the micron level.</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a creative mindset.</li><li>
Working knowledge of mechanical design, interpretation of drawings, CTQ and tolerance analysis (GD&amp;T).</li><li>
Ability to support multiple projects and collaborate across departments.</li><li>
Self-starting, self-directed with very good influential, organizational and communication skills.</li></ul><div><b>
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Preferred Experience:</b></div><ul><li>
Experience with opto-electronics module assembly is highly desirable.</li><li>
Six Sigma or Problem-Solving background is a plus.</li><li>
Lean Manufacturing experience is also advantageous.</li></ul><div><b>
 </b><b>Education:</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Physics or a related field is required</li></ul></div>

Senior Optoelectronics Process Development Engineer

<div><p>Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held, $950 million global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Mid-Board and Panel Optics, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables. Samtec Technology Centers are dedicated to developing and advancing technologies, strategies and products to optimize both the performance and cost of a system from the bare die to an interface 100 meters away, and all interconnect points in between. With 40+ international locations and products sold in more than 125 different countries, Samtec&rsquo;s global presence enables its unmatched customer service.</p><p>
Salary range for this position is $110k - $140K per year inclusive of applicable bonus(s) and commensurate with experience. Standard benefit offerings available are medical (HSA/PPO) dental, vision, group life, AD&amp;D, short and long term disability, EAP, 401K plus other voluntary options, as well as paid time off.</p><p><b>
This Position is located at Samtec Microelectronics in Colorado Springs, CO</b></p><div><div><b>
Summary/Objective:</b> Samtec is seeking an experienced engineer with depth in taking optical and optoelectronic products from concept through volume manufacturing. The successful candidate will have a broad optics background with expertise in optical design, metrology and the application and assembly processes of optical components within a complex optoelectronic system.</div><div></div><div>
The Optics and Opto-Electronics Component Engineer specializes in the design, development, and application of optics and opto-electronics components in Samtec Optics products. This role is crucial in advancing the successful launch of optoelectronic products at all stages of the product lifecycle and will be integral in the product engineering team shepherding products through the phase gate process to successful launch. The Optics Component Engineer is responsible for evaluating, analyzing, and improving components in Samtec optoelectronic products, working with a combination of theoretical physics, computer-aided design, practical experimentation and metrology in combination with the integration considerations of the optics components at a system level.
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</div><div>The Optics Engineer within the Optics Product Engineering team will collaborate with a broad cross-functional team to transition product designs through validation into production through phase gate processes. They will be the resident expert for the OE functionality of released products, coordinating product improvements and sustainment with a cross-functional team. The successful candidate will be expected to be an effective hands-on contributor in optics engineering to determine and solve highly technical component and process challenges in the product lifecycle.</div><div>
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Essential Functions/ Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Collaborate with engineering design team to develop and execute validation plans for optical and opto-electronic components (e.g. lenses, VCSELs, drivers&hellip;)</li><li>
Work with critical vendors to ensure reliable supply of specified components</li><li>
Contribute to developing specific metrology to ensure appropriate incoming inspection of specified components and to maintain quality of our products</li><li>
Contribute to product development through Design For Manufacturing and Design For Test</li><li>
Join product development teams to ensure that the optoelectronic design is well-documented and has sufficient margin for performance validation, reliability qualification, production ramp, and manufacturing yield.</li><li>
Collaborate with Multidisciplinary Engineering teams to develop and Implement control plans and manufacturing tests to ensure production satisfies market needs.</li><li>
Partner with production and supply chain teams to transition designs into scalable manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards.</li><li>
Own design integrity for product after transition from development to production. Maintain the set of product requirements and design artifacts and coordinate engineering change management post product release.</li><li>
Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges related to optoelectronic performance.</li><li>
Track engineering orders through product development lifecycle to ensure delivery of new optoelectronic products on schedule and within cost targets</li></ul><div><i>
&ldquo;The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities&rdquo;</i><i>
</i></div><div></div><div><b>Required Experience and Skills:</b></div><ul><li>
10+ Year&rsquo;s experience in a relevant optics engineering environment with fundamental experience in OE systems and taking OE designs to manufacturing</li><li>
Expertise in product lifecycle management processes and tools, including requirements definition and management</li><li>
Deep technical expertise in:<ul><li>
Optoelectronic design, including optical components such as PINs and VCSELs, fiber optic interfaces and complimentary semiconductor devices.</li><li>
Industry standard manufacturing and assembly processes for OE components, such as epoxy dispense and cure, wirebonding, etc, their operation and common failure modes.</li><li>
Data interpretation of common failure analysis and reliability methods related to optoelectronic components.</li></ul></li><li>
Strong team player able to engage and influence teams from design to operations, contribute to NPD projects to release and address quality/yield issues as they arise.</li><li>
Must have excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills and the ability to work effectively with different levels and individuals inside and outside of the organization.</li><li>
Demonstratable reasoning skills. Hands-on problem solving with experience in the use of FMEA, SPC, DOE, phase gate processes.</li><li>
Experience in Optical modelling software and metrology including but limited to ANSYS (Zemax), Solidworks.</li><li>
Experience working in a cleanroom, particularly with ESD sensitive components.</li><li>
Working knowledge of optical and opto-electronics design, interpretation of drawings, CTQ and tolerance analysis (GD&amp;T).</li><li>
Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously as priorities can change quickly.</li></ul><p><b>
Education:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Optics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or a related field is required. Master&rsquo;s preferred.</li></ul></div></div>

Optics Component Engineer

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