Senior RF Mechanical Design Engineer

Company: Nesco Resource
Location: Naugatuck
Posted on: June 26, 2025

Job Description:

Nesco Resource is seeking a Senior RF Mechanical Design Engineer to join our client's team at their Naugatuck, CT location. SUMMARY Seeking a RF Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design and development of RF and microwave connector applications. Will be responsible for leading the design activities to develop, evaluate, maintain, and improve RF connector designs that meet customer application requirements. Will work collaboratively with the engineering, quality assurance and manufacturing teams to evaluate customer needs and optimize design options to balance performance and cost. The scope of this role includes providing engineering assistance, problem resolution, training, and other engineering duties in support of various aspects of production. This role requires an engineering degree along with at least 5 years of RF mechanical design experience. This individual will utilize AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar 3-D design software tools to help implement, calculate, analyze, test, and evaluate designs necessary for successful completion and development. Many of the mechanical engineering activities involve “firsthand” development and initiative to work independently. This role requires a strong desire to learn and apply engineering principles to transition designs from conception to final production. JOB QUALIFICATIONS Design Capabilities and Experience: Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME). Product design experience including the use of AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, or similar 2D/3D design software. Proven, seasoned Mechanical Engineer with 5 years of RF and microwave connector design experience. Demonstration of microwave connector designs above 40 GHz. Demonstration of designs covering standard and innovative materials for bodies, contacts, and insulators. Demonstration of designs for standard and innovative manufacturing and assembly processes. Appreciation and experience in collaborating closely with electrical engineers on new designs and trouble-shooting legacy designs. Solid grasp of mechanical design influences on electrical performance and overcoming electrical obstacles through innovative mechanical design solutions. Quality Focus and Experience: Thorough understanding of quality principles and experience supporting product quality. Experience working with ISO9001-2015. Procedure Experience: Experience includes participation in writing department procedures. Grounded in methodical design development procedures with good habits for project documentation and validation. Working knowledge of either design or process FMEA is a plus. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Direct hire with medical/dental/prescriptions/vision/disability/life insurance, 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement 1st shift, Monday – Friday Salary range: $110K – 140K Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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