Design Engineer II - United States

Location(s): Rochester Hills, MichiganCompany: MolexCareer Field: EngineeringJob Number: 192083Apply: JobAre you a talented engineer looking to advance your career in a dynamic environment? Molex's Transportation Solutions Business Unit is seeking a Design Engineer II to join our High-Power Connector team skilled in fundamental engineering principles with strong critical thinking skills.As a Design Engineer II, you will use tools like CAD, tolerance analysis, FEA, FMEA, and DVP&R to provide solutions for technical challenges while collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will have the opportunity to own product designs, ensuring technical performance and schedule adherence with guidance from senior team members. Join Molex to shape the future of engineering solutions and tackle exciting new challenges. Apply today to be part of our innovative team!Our TeamThe Transportation Solutions Business Unit (TSBU) at Molex focuses on delivering innovative and high-quality electrical and electronic interconnect solutions specifically for the automotive and transportation industries. TSBU partners closely with leading automotive part suppliers and OEMs to develop cutting-edge products and systems that support powertrain, body electronics, safety and infotainment applications. The division plays a critical role in advancing vehicle connectivity, reliability, and performance by leveraging technical expertise and strong industry partnerships.What You Will DoSupport concept development, ensuring designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and meet customer requirements.Conduct DFMEA, FEA, tolerance analysis, and other analytical studies with guidance from senior engineers.Create and maintain product models and drawings using GD&T, ensuring proper datum selection, dimensioning, and tolerancing, with support from experienced engineers.Assist in documenting project scope, requirements, feasibility, and engineering work plans.Develop test plans (DVP&R) and analyze test results using statistical methods; perform DOE, Hypothesis Testing, and Capability Studies.Lead root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methods like 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone diagrams with senior guidance.Select materials for plastic injection molded and metal stamped components.Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)3+ years of engineering experience in product designExperience using analytical studies (FEA, tolerance stacks, DFMEA, etc.) as part of a product development processExperience developing validation plans and analyzing test results to ensure a product meets performance requirementsDemonstrated ability to use structured problem-solving methods to systematically determine root causes for complex technical issuesBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related fieldWhat Will Put You AheadProduct design experience in the automotive industry (preferably in connector design)Automotive High Power / High Voltage Connector development knowledge and experienceKnowledge of resins, metals, engineering tools and processes, and manufacturing processes (injection molding, stamping, plating, assembly)At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.Hiring PhilosophyAll Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.Who We AreAt Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.Our BenefitsOur goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.Equal OpportunitiesEqual Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).#LI-RL1