About the position
Vishay Applied Thin Film Products is seeking a qualified candidate for a position that involves assessing the technical feasibility of custom product drawings and specifications using various software including AutoCAD and SolidWorks. The role requires proposing exceptions and counterproposals to customers, reviewing customer documentation for quoting based on manufacturing process capability, and creating accurate internal work instructions in collaboration with Engineering and Management. The position demands flexibility as it involves frequent collaboration with colleagues from multiple disciplines including Sales, Manufacturing, and other technical teams. Additionally, the candidate will need to train in product manufacturing processes to understand technology capabilities and product costs, including plating, sputtering, and photolithography processes.
Responsibilities
- Assess the technical feasibility of custom product drawings/specifications in various formats and software including AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
- Propose exceptions and counterproposals to customers where appropriate.
- Review customer documentation for quoting based on manufacturing process capability and engineering design guidelines.
- Use CAD tools such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks to review customer designs/specifications.
- Create accurate internal work instructions in collaboration with Engineering and Management.
- Collaborate with colleagues from multiple disciplines including Sales, Manufacturing, and other technical teams.
- Train in product manufacturing processes to facilitate understanding of technology capabilities and product costs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
- 5 years direct hands-on experience with AutoCAD/SolidWorks.
- Competent in GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
- Demonstrated direct experience interpreting customer or internal specifications and technical drawings/prints.
- Some commercial experience preferred - working with Sales and Marketing teams to generate RFQ proposals.
- Some experience preferred with developing work instructions.
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Ability to learn quickly.
- Detail-oriented with demonstrated ability to deliver accurate work.
- Thrives under time pressure and can work proactively and effectively across functions.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Experience with visual inspection duties.
Benefits
- Medical coverage with Independence Blue Cross (Kaiser Health plan in CA) - PPO option or High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).
- Prescription coverage with CVS / Caremark.
- Dental and Vision coverage featuring Basic and Buy Up options.
- 401(k) Retirement Savings plan with company matching.
- Health and Wellness Program with incentives.
- Health Savings Account with employer contributions for some plans.
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Account and Medical FSA.
- Company paid Life / ADD Insurance.
- Company paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- Paid Time Off.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
