Kanagawa, Japan

Samtec, Inc is hiring a New Product Design Engineer

About the Role

The New Product Design Engineer is responsible for shaping the development of electronic interconnect technologies used by advanced technology firms. This position requires active participation in the full product design cycle, from concept through validation, with a focus on innovation, precision, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead design efforts for a range of connector solutions, including board-level, cable, power, high-speed, and panel-mounted systems.
  • Engage directly in troubleshooting during product development and respond to quality challenges as they emerge.
  • Follow established engineering protocols for documentation, data organization, 3D modeling, and simulation to ensure consistency and compliance.
  • Partner with Marketing and Sales teams to assess market needs and perform engineering cost evaluations based on defined product requirements.
  • Collaborate with internal departments such as manufacturing, purchasing, quality assurance, test engineering, and process development, as well as external suppliers, to deliver fully integrated solutions.

Collaboration and Standards

Success in this role depends on strong teamwork across technical and operational disciplines. The engineer will ensure all designs meet functional, performance, and manufacturability goals while adhering to corporate engineering standards. Regular interaction with electroplating specialists and supply chain partners supports robust, scalable product development.

Required Skills
product designelectronic interconnect solutionsHigh-Speed Board-to-BoardHigh-Speed CablesOpticsPrecision RFFlexible StackingMicro/Rugged componentssystem performance optimizationcost optimization Product DesignElectronic Interconnect SolutionsHigh-Speed Board-to-Board DesignHigh-Speed CablesOptics DesignPrecision RFFlexible StackingMicro/Rugged Components
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Samtec, Inc
Founded in 1976, Samtec is a leading global manufacturer of electronic interconnect solutions, generating $950 million in annual revenue. Its extensive product portfolio includes High-Speed Board-to-Board, High-Speed Cables, Optics for Mid-Board and Panel, Precision RF, Flexible Stacking, and Micro/Rugged components and cables.
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Job Details
Department Engineering
Category design
Posted 13 days ago