MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

Tyco Electronics is an $11 Billion company with the entrepreneurial
spirit of a start-up. Like a sports team that keeps on winning, our
corporate culture ensures success for individuals and the company
as a whole. Our energy reaches new peaks every day since we began
merging some of the world's best names in the electronics industry.
Needs for new solutions arise every day, and we're always "out there"-
looking for innovative ways to exceed the expectations of our customers.


Tyco Electronic's Precision Interconnect facility is located in Wilsonville, just 10 miles from Portland, Oregon. Tyco Electronics/Precision Interconnect is a global leader in the design, manufacture and sale of interconnect solutions for customers with demanding requirements for miniaturization, dense packaging and electrical/mechanical optimization. We are seeking experienced Manufacturing Engineers.

Primary Responsibilities include:
-New Product Development, including risk analysis and process characterization and qualification; work closely with Design Engineering and Manufacturing personnel during development phases of projects to ensure a timely product release.
-Tool and fixture design.
-Defining and optimizing manufacturing processes.
-Technical liaison for product transfers, including coordination of Engineering and technical activities between Portland, Mexico, and China plants
-Global standardization of processes/products.
-Cost reduction activities, including process improvements, conversions and new process development.
-Systemic improvement activities, including streamlining, standardization of documentation, change control, quality, and transfer processes.
-Establishing and implementing quality and safety controls and improvements.

Minimum Qualifications:
-BA/BS in Engineering, preferably a BSIE, BSME or BSEE or equivalent.
-Two or more years in a manufacturing engineering experience.
-CAD skills, especially related to fixture and tool design.
-Experience with electronic assembly, including soldering and SMT operations.
-Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a rapidly changing set of objectives.
-Strong interpersonal skills, including the demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
-Technical project management experience is helpful.


Tyco Electronics/Precision Interconnect offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. For more information about Precision Interconnect's products, please visit our web site at