Test Engineer - Connectors

About the role

Kyocera-AVX is looking for a Test Engineer to support its Connectors Design & Operations team. The role covers testing and validation of new and modified connector designs, building and maintaining test procedures, projects, hardware and software, equipment, fixtures and more, while delivering projects on time, to the highest quality and within budget.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Connector team with validation testing, failure analysis, design optimisation, equipment debugging and fixture design, covering common electrical and mechanical tests such as contact resistance, thermal cycling, thermal shock, current rating, mechanical vibration and shock, and mechanical cycle durability.
• Coordinate the construction and assembly of samples for testing and verify their compatibility with fixtures and equipment.
• Document test results carefully and compile them into formal test reports for internal and customer use.
• Develop and modify documented test procedures and programmes to meet industry standards and customer requirements.
• Monitor lead times and sample development progress so that timing milestones and customer targets are met.
• Act as technical resource for testing questions, liaising with team members, customers and suppliers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (mechanical preferred).
• Strong mathematical, analytical and computer skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication, problem-solving and organisational skills, with high attention to detail.
• Experience or knowledge of stamping, moulding and assembly manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Solidworks or similar 3D modelling tools (AutoCAD, Fusion360, Creo/ProE, Solid Edge) is a plus.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement, key indicator monitoring, knowledge transfer, project management and innovation is listed as desirable.
• Occasional travel may be required (less than 10%).