Product Engineer

Your Job As a Product Engineer , you will maintain and improve existing manufacturing systems and products while supporting customer‑driven changes and production needs. This role plays a critical part in ensuring products meet performance, quality, compliance, and cost objectives throughout their lifecycle. Our Team You will work within a cross‑functional engineering environment, partnering closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Test, Sourcing, Sales, and Marketing teams. The team collaborates across sites and regions to support global products, customers, and continuous improvement initiatives. What You Will Do Serve as a key participant in design reviews, representing design‑for‑manufacturing considerations Coordinate Global Customer Drawing Reviews (GCDRs) and evaluate customer drawing changes Manage multiple engineering priorities by planning, communicating, and meeting project commitments Provide technical support to internal stakeholders including Test, Production, Quality, Sourcing, Marketing, and Sales Interpret product specifications and change requests, recommending appropriate design or manufacturing updates Execute Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) on existing products while ensuring compliance, quality, and cost objectives are maintained Act as the engineering point of contact for production floor issues and support corrective and preventive actions Participate in team training, mentoring, audits, and continuous improvement activities Support root cause analysis using structured problem‑solving tools and methodologies Identify and support cost‑savings and efficiency opportunities Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 3+ years of relevant work experience (advanced education may substitute for some experience) Ability to work independently, set priorities, and manage deliverables with minimal supervision Proficiency with SolidWorks 3D CAD or similar design software Working knowledge of GD&T and

ANSI/ASME

standards and required engineering documentation Understanding of machined and molded polymers and metals Knowledge of metal properties including conductivity, corrosion, machining methods, and plating options Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills Ability to communicate complex technical concepts verbally and in writing in English Willingness to travel up to approximately 10% What Will Put You Ahead Familiarity with contact technologies and contact physics theory Experience with high‑precision manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, molding, stamping, deep drawing, screw machining, additive manufacturing, and over‑molding Experience with cable terminations, strain relief, and over‑molding techniques Background supporting products in highly regulated industries Familiarity with Kaizen, Lean, and Six Sigma methodologies Experience collaborating across multiple sites, regions, or global teams Ability to train internal and external stakeholders on products and manufacturing capabilities At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulation Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here . Who We Are With a strong legacy of engineering excellence, Smiths Interconnect, a Molex company, is part of Molex's Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division and represents the Signal Technologies business unit. Smiths Interconnect delivers mission‑critical connectivity solutions—including ruggedized connectors, cable assemblies, Fiber & RF, and high‑reliability technologies—designed to perform in the most demanding environments. From aerospace and defense to space, medical, and industrial applications, our innovative products enable reliability where it matters most. Join a passionate, global team helping shape the future of high‑reliability interconnect solutions. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).