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Sensata Technologies, Inc. Project Engineer in Aguascalientes, Mexico
Sensata Technologies, a global industrial technology company and a leading provider of sensors, recently completed the acquisition of GIGAVAC, LLC, the leader in designing, developing and manufacturing high-performance hermetically sealed electro-mechanical DC Power Switching Technology. Now, Sensata and GIGAVAC are working Smarter Together to expand electrification-driven content and capabilities across multiple end markets.
Sensata’s products improve safety, efficiency, emissions and comfort for millions of people every day in transportation, appliance, aircraft and industrial applications. We are a rapidly growing company with more than $3.3 billion in annual revenues, operations and business centers in 12 countries and more than 22,000 employees worldwide, including nearly 300 people in our Carpinteria, CA office.
We pride ourselves on being a leading global company with strong, local decision making and innovative complex products that make a real difference. We have a reputation for unwavering integrity and offer global exposure to world-class talent and significant personal growth and development opportunities
Sensata Technologies is looking for a Project Engineer who will develop new or modify existing manufacturing processes to increase product performance, improve manufacturing efficiency and boost profits. This position works closely with Design Engineers, Equipment vendors, Program Managers, Marketing, and Quality Engineers to support the development of new electromechanical products. They are responsible for providing the overall process design and suggesting measures to improve product design for manufacturability. This includes the development of new equipment and process flows as well as developing cost estimates for labor and capital. They will also provide ongoing sustaining support to production lines at our global Make sites as needed.
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Influencing product designs during new product development phase to ensure economical and defect free manufacture.
Developing new or improved manufacturing and testing processes that are necessary to achieve the performance and cost requirements of future device applications.
Facilitating the successful launch of new products.
Setting up sample lines and process development equipment to optimize process and define process boundaries.
Participating in advanced quality planning activities.
Specifying functional requirements, reviewing designs and debugging/qualifying new high-volume assembly/test equipment or tooling.
Transferring knowledge to make site personnel.
Support improvement projects to reduce cycle time, defects and manufacturing cost.
Work with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure processes are capable, have sufficient controls in place, can meet our delivery requirements, and meet our cost targets.
Evaluate Sensata’s and supplier’s technical capabilities including, tooling design, mold build experience, mold maintenance program, molding processes and process controls, cell automation, quality control systems, and plastic materials knowledge.
Participate in evaluation and selection equipment, including injection molding machines.
Establish, document, and communicate robust assembly and manufacturing processes and DOE results.
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QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Materials)
5+ years’ experience in cradle to grave new product development in the industry as a process, project or design engineer.
Experience with Agile, Oracle, Minitab, SolidWorks and background in FEA software a plus.
Experience with automotive OEM’s and/or Tier 1 suppliers.
Advanced Skills in Microsoft Excel, Project, PowerPoint and Word.
Developing advanced Manufacturing processes like Wire Bonding, LASER/resistance welding, plastic injection molding, dispensing, thick film printing, SMT etc. is desirable
Work in a Process Engineering role to develop robust sensor assembly processes which incorporate complex over-molding, meet specifications, and are economical to manufacture
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
General knowledge of plastic manufacturing processes, including: injection molding, basic mold design, and molded part quality inspection.
Knowledge of backend electrical function testing and electromechanical device calibration is desired but not mandatory
Leadership skills and ability to work with little direction
Excellent communication skills written and verbal
Strong planning and organization skills
Ability to positively influence and build relationships with global team members
Engineering aptitude to participate in design reviews and assist during debug & qualification
Ability to identify & correct problems by utilization of root cause problem solving skills and experimental methods such as DOE
Functional understanding of advanced quality planning tools including FMEA, Control plans, to meet TS16949 requirements.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Willingness to travel internationally to assist the global team and work with our suppliers as needed is a must
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Smarter Together
Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing
Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication
As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together
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We are ready for the next century.
Our vision is to be a world leader in mission-critical sensing and electrical protection while satisfying the world’s growing need for safety, efficiency and a clean environment and being a partner, employer and neighbor of choice. Our sensors are the fundamental building blocks needed for a smart, connected, electrified and, ultimately, autonomous world. Click here to find out more about our Future Focus (https://www.sensata.com/about#future)
Sensing is what we do.
In fact, our name Sensata comes from the Latin word sensate for ‘those gifted with sense’. Our focus on sensing is also reflected in our logo, which spells Sensata in Braille.
Sensata Technologies is a world leader and early innovator in mission-critical sensors and controls designed to make the world cleaner, safer and more efficient. Mission-critical means products that are essential and difficult to do. You’ll find our 47,000 unique products in many applications anywhere from automotive braking systems to aircraft flight controls.
Sensata devices are in systems that protect people and the environment, so what we do matters. We take pride in knowing our technologies improve safety, efficiency and comfort for millions of people every day.
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Note to applicants for positions in the United States:
Sensata Technologies, Inc. (US) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
View The EEO is the Law poster https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm and its supplement https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
Sensata Technologies, Inc. (US) participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify posters https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf