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Sr. Spring Probe & Contact Development Engineer

Koch
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 29 Jun 2026

About the role

Location(s)
Irving, Texas
Company
Smiths Interconnect
Career Field
Engineering
Job Number
187016

Your Job

As a Senior Spring Probe & Contact Development Engineer, you will lead the design and development of advanced spring probes, stamped and formed contacts, and next‑generation contact technologies. This role serves as a technical authority, driving innovation, protecting intellectual property, and supporting engineering excellence across the organization.

Our Team

You will be part of a highly experienced engineering team focused on contact technologies and advanced product development. This group collaborates closely with manufacturing, product development, and cross‑functional partners to deliver innovative solutions for semiconductor and related high‑reliability industries.

What You Will Do

  • Serve as a subject matter expert for spring probes, stamped and formed contacts, and emerging contact technologies
  • Research and evaluate new materials, manufacturing methods, and technologies applicable to contact solutions
  • Lead product development from initial concept through design, manufacturing, and customer evaluation
  • Perform preliminary engineering analyses and simulations to validate new concepts
  • Provide expert technical guidance and support to engineering teams and cross‑functional partners
  • Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including design guidelines and best practices
  • Train and mentor design and development engineers to strengthen technical capability across the organization
  • Participate in task forces to address critical technical challenges and key customer or product issues
  • Support intellectual property development through patent applications and technical disclosures
  • Comply with and actively participate in all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs and requirements

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred)
  • Extensive experience (15+ years) in spring probe technology, contact technologies, or related industries
  • Strong foundation in engineering mechanics, physics, and manufacturing methods, including GD&T and ANSI/ASME standards
  • Proficiency with SolidWorks, Microsoft Office, and comparable engineering design tools
  • Ability to conduct and interpret engineering analyses and simulations (structural, thermal, signal integrity)
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly
  • Demonstrated ability to make sound technical decisions and exercise accurate judgment
  • Willingness to travel up to approximately 20–25% as required

What Will Put You Ahead

  • Deep experience within semiconductor or closely related industr

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