Sr. Electrical Design Engineer

Rochester Sensors, an Amphenol Company, develops sensors in many different industries including industrial, heavy vehicle, power generation and storage.

Rochester is increasing its range of sensor know-how and in-house technologies to create engineered solutions for its customers. We are a multi-national company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with manufacturing facilities in Coppell, Texas USA;
Mexico City, Mexico;
Brussels, Belgium;
Warwick, United Kingdom, Shannon, Ireland and Shanghai, China.

Rochester builds Quality, Accuracy, and Reliability into all of our products. New designs and technologies are being introduced to further enhance your satisfaction with our products.

All of our products are constructed of quality materials to ensure durability and longevity. Rochester products are sold to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) & distributors in the following markets:

Perform design engineering support as well as diversified design, build, test, troubleshoot, and repair duties to assist the department manager in carrying out assigned departmental responsibilities.

• Identify product application opportunities from which the product line is to evolve.
• Interpret Rochester’s obligations in matters of compliance with customers’ performance specifications and regulatory agency and other industry standards.
• Maintains documentation in accordance with quality assurance standards.
• Prepare specifications, test plans, control plans, and technical data sheets for internal and external use.
• Creates schematics, generates Gerber files as required for new PCB applications including drill plans, silkscreens, and bill of materials.
• Compiles parts lists, orders components, assembles and tests prototype PCB assemblies.
• Performs analysis, simulations, and testing of electronic systems and prepares corrective actions as needed.
• Supports the design of new electronic and sensor products or modifications of existing electronic and sensor products to meet the needs of customers.
• Provides technical specifications and drawings for procuring PCB assemblies for new products.
• Prepares appropriate APQP documentation.
• Interfaces with customers and participates in system and field testing of electronic products.
• Redesigns and upgrades PCB designs as components become obsolete or outdated.
• Serves on related committees and participates in meetings as required.
• Actively supports the defined goals and objectives of the company.
• Projects a professional, total-quality image in all aspects of this position.
• Performs other duties as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or related discipline.
• 9+ years of related experience, or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Strong knowledge of PLC platforms and programming languages (e.g., ladder logic, structured text), preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of CAD tools is required.
• Experienced with standard manufacturing software / equipment programming (Lab View, PLC, Solid Works, etc. ).
• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting electrical systems, soldering, and PLC programs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• PCBA trouble shooting expertise.
• PCBA firmware and software programming desirable training
• Good oral and written business communication skills.

Up to 10% travel may be required.

While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to walk for prolonged periods of time, frequently bending, climbing, rotating, squatting, reaching, kneeling, or stooping, lifting to 25 pounds, and periods of computer use.

Employees may be frequently exposed to heat/cold, heights, gases, vibration, dust, chemicals, odors, dampness, fumes, and noises.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Life, AD&D, short/long term disability insurance
• Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy
• 401K Retirement program with company match

Rochester Sensors is an equal opportunity‑affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.