Sr. Design Engineer

Overview Meritec is a well‑established, growth‑oriented leader in signal integrity and a preferred vertically integrated manufacturer of high‑performance electrical and electronic interconnect embedded systems and connectors with over fifty years of innovation, serving worldwide markets with cost‑effective solutions. Location: Painesville, Ohio. This is an onsite, full‑time position at our manufacturing facility. Responsibilities Design and develop new connector and cable assembly products based on customer and market requirements. Lead and participate in formal design reviews throughout the product development cycle. Generate 3D models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks. Collaborate with process engineering to develop and implement new manufacturing processes for newly designed products. Ensure product designs meet all functional, performance, and reliability requirements. Maintain and manage design documentation and revision history. Provide technical support to customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Identify and drive improvements in design processes and tools. Guide and mentor junior engineers and designers on best practices and technical skills. Optimize new and existing designs by collaborating with manufacturing to ensure DFM, reliability and cost‑effective production. Lead risk analysis efforts and implement strategies for new designs (FMEA). Drive innovation by keeping up with industry trends and new technologies. Perform GD&T stack‑up analysis. Travel to customer and supplier sites as required (estimated 10% travel). Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. 10+ years of mechanical design experience (connectors or cable assemblies preferred). Strong proficiency in SolidWorks. Experience with polymers and plastic materials. Knowledge of connector and cable assembly design principles. Familiarity with signal integrity (preferred). Ability to travel. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work cross‑functionally, collaboratively, and independently. Ability to meet deadlines. Work environment includes office, engineering lab, and occasional production floor exposure. Ability to meet ITAR requirements of US citizenship or US permanent resident status. Benefits Fully paid life insurance. Health Savings Account with company contribution match. On‑site fitness center. Paid vacation and paid holidays. Tuition reimbursement. Growth and development opportunities. Positive culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Meritec and its affiliated companies are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work‑related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Meritec