Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Sensata Technologies
Job overview
The Mechanical Design Engineer at Sensata Technologies is responsible for collaborating on product design to meet customer specifications, impacting product development and production launch.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves participating in design projects, performing design verification, development testing, engineering analysis, qualification testing, production launch, failure analysis, maintaining product documentation, and interacting with customers to gather specifications and schedule expectations.
Experience and skills
Requires a university degree or equivalent experience, strong teamwork, communication, organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and preferred experience with 3D CAD packages like SolidWorks, Catia, or NX.
Work environment and culture
Sensata promotes collaboration across functions, countries, and cultures with mutual respect and open communication, fostering an enriching and innovative work environment.
Company information
Sensata Technologies is a global company focused on innovative product design and development, emphasizing collaboration and continuous improvement.
Application process
Current Sensata employees are instructed to apply via the company intranet Workday system; no other application details provided.
Company overview
Sensata Technologies, Inc. is a global industrial technology company that designs and manufactures sensors, electrical protection components, and other mission-critical products for a variety of industries including automotive, aerospace, industrial, and heavy vehicle markets. They generate revenue by providing these high-precision products that enhance safety, efficiency, and comfort in their customers' applications. Founded in 1916 as General Plate Company, Sensata has a rich history of innovation and growth, including significant acquisitions like Schrader International in 2014, which expanded their capabilities in tire pressure monitoring systems.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience with mechanical design engineering, including proficiency in 3D CAD software like SolidWorks, Catia, or NX, and your ability to produce detailed 2D drawings and documentation.
Highlight your skills in design verification, product validation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, showcasing your ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Apply through Sensata Technologies' corporate career site as well as LinkedIn and other job boards where the position is listed to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current Sensata engineers or team members on LinkedIn, particularly those in mechanical design or product development divisions; start conversations by complimenting recent projects they've shared or asking about their experience working on global engineering teams.
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