Engineering Technician
Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world's largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.
Position: Mechanical Engineering Technician
Location: Nashua, NH
Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (Mobile Networks, Storage, Servers, Routers, Switches, etc.). Our products help to enable the electronics revolution and remain a key enabler for all the major Tier 1 OEM's globally. Our global headquarters are located in Nashua, NH and we have design, sales and manufacturing locations globally. We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to join our team in Nashua, NH.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Mechanical Engineering Technician will assist and perform necessary measurements and testing of connectors and their components and materials for mechanical performance and reliability.
- Work in the Mechanical Integrity Laboratory testing connectors to ensure the mechanical reliability of connectors meet specifications
- Obtain low level resistance measurements with a 4-Wire Meter
- Obtain force measurements using a variety of equipment including Instrons.
- Mount, section and polish cross-section samples
- Assist with performing repeatable measurements for experiments and characterizations
- Assist with performing repeatable cycle or stress testing using mechanical fixtures and equipment
- Accurately record, store, and process data in Excel to create graphs and reports with PowerPoint
- Keep track of all work and experiments performed
- Interact as needed with Manufacturing and Engineering
- Display caution around highly sensitive equipment and perform work with consistency and precision
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum postsecondary education requirement of 1 to 2 years in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics.
- Strong mechanical, geometric, numerical, and statistical aptitude
- Ability to read and interpret geometric drawings, schematics, and block diagrams
- Proficient in- Microsoft Products- Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Strong accuracy and organizational skills
- Must be self-motivated
- Experience with Instron equipment and Bluehill software is a plus
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Repeatable Process: Fixturing of test samples which require the use of hand tools and lifting items up to 30 lbs.
Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our main focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.
Amphenol is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin
For additional company information please visit our website at www.amphenol-cs.com