Director Connector Product Development

Description The Director of Interconnect Product Development manages and directs corporate engineering for the company. The priorities for this position include strategic planning, product design, quality assurance and problem resolution. The Director of Connector Product Development must execute product design to meet company objectives, partner with management, and develop systems and controls to ensure compliance with quality standards. Location ONSITE AT SAMTEC IN NEW ALBANY, IN Essential Functions/Responsibilities: Oversee the direct development of new products with overall responsibility for the direction of assigned areas Work with senior leadership to provide insight and project vision for the team with the goal of meeting business objectives Lead implementation of advanced design and engineering methodologies, techniques, and evaluation criteria Responsible for cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing operations, marketing, sales, quality, regulatory, and industry functions Coach and develop managers and team members towards meeting personal and corporate objectives Responsible for decisions affecting the success of the engineering organization as well as the overall corporation This description is intended as a general guideline. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities. Required Experience: 10+ Years’ Experience in Designing Products; preferably in Connectors of Switches. 7+ Years’ Experience in Leading Product or Automation Engineering global teams. Knowledge of the connector industry and leading customers in the industry Experience with Engineering 3D Design software (SolidWorks is preferred) Global interaction with engineering teams, suppliers, and customers Effective communication skills (oral/written/presentation) as this person will be interacting with Executives on a daily basis and customers on a regular basis. Experience with Project Management Software Tools Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) or equivalent. MBA or Masters in Engineering. Experience can supplement or replace educational preferences SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based in business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr