Wire & Cable Engineer-R&D

Amphenol TPC Wire & Cable | Macedonia, Ohio

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Have experience writing wire and cable specifications? We want to hear from you.Are you a wire and cable professional who understands what it takes to turn a cable design into a finished product that meets exact technical requirements? Amphenol TPC Wire & Cable is looking for an R&D Engineer with direct wire and cable experience, particularly in writing and developing cable specifications, to help drive product development, technical documentation, testing, and global manufacturing quality.This is an opportunity to put your technical expertise to work beyond the drawing board. You’ll help define product requirements, evaluate designs and materials, work directly with manufacturing partners, and ensure the cable we deliver meets the performance, quality, and reliability our customers expect.
Position highlightsLocation: Macedonia, Ohio - candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance of our headquarters (approximately 50 miles or less).Work arrangement: Hybrid, with a minimum of three days per week in the office.Experience: Wire and cable industry experience is strongly preferred. Direct experience writing wire and cable specifications is essential.Travel: Approximately 25%, including supplier visits.
What You'll DoWrite Cable Specifications & Own Technical DocumentationDevelop clear, detailed wire and cable specifications defining electrical, mechanical, material, environmental, and performance requirements.Create, review, and maintain technical drawings and cable cross-section schematics, including conductor geometry, insulation and jacket layers, dimensions, and tolerances.Maintain bills of materials (BOMs), test procedures, acceptance criteria, and engineering change documentation.Translate customer and product requirements into precise, manufacturing-ready technical documentation.
Drive Product Development & TestingSupport and lead product development and R&D projects involving low- and medium-voltage cables and accessories.Coordinate sample builds, qualification testing, and reliability evaluations.Interpret test results and inspection data to determine whether products meet specifications.Establish control plans and inspection requirements throughout product launches and ongoing production.Partner with Product Management to identify opportunities for new products and improvements to existing designs.
Work Directly with Manufacturing PartnersCommunicate technical specifications and drawings to domestic and international suppliers and contract manufacturers.Evaluate supplier capabilities, manufacturing processes, tooling, and quality controls.Review dimensional, electrical, environmental, HIPOT, continuity, and resistance test results.Investigate product nonconformances, lead root-cause analysis, and drive corrective and preventive actions.Support supplier qualification, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate Across the BusinessPartner with Product Management, Sourcing, Operations, Quality, Sales, and Marketing to bring products to market successfully.Evaluate material and manufacturing tradeoffs involving cost, performance, quality, and lead time.Develop technical datasheets, product documentation, and training materials.Provide technical support for customer inquiries, product launches, and customer visits.Support compliance with applicable industry standards, including UL and CSA requirements.
Required qualificationsDemonstrated experience writing wire and cable specifications. This is a key requirement for the role.Experience interpreting cable constructions, engineering drawings, technical requirements, and supplier inspection or test reports.Ability to create or annotate detailed technical drawings using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or comparable CAD software.Experience with product testing, sample approvals, qualification processes, or manufacturing quality.Strong technical writing, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and ensure product compliance.Willingness to travel approximately 25% and work onsite in Macedonia, Ohio, at least three days per week.Fluency in written and spoken English.
Education and experienceA bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, or another relevant engineering discipline is preferred, but not required for candidates with strong, directly relevant industry experience.Generally, two or more years of relevant manufacturing, product development, or R&D experience. Candidates with one or more years of direct wire and cable manufacturing or engineering experience may also be considered.
Additional experience that will set you apartDirect experience in wire and cable manufacturing, cable engineering, or cable product development.Knowledge of conductors, insulation, jackets, shielding, cable materials, and common electrical and mechanical test methods.Experience working with contract manufacturers or international suppliers.Familiarity with supplier audits, quality systems, 8D problem-solving, and root-cause analysis.Experience with project management, product lifecycle management (PLM), or engineering change control.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
TPC Wire & Cable Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. xzbcwsv Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.