Mechanical Product Designer (Cable/Connector)

About Ubiquiti

At Ubiquiti Inc., we create technology platforms for Businesses, Smart Homes, and Internet Service Providers, driven by our goal to connect everyone, everywhere. To date, Ubiquiti has shipped over 100 million devices worldwide, from ISP networking products to next generation of IT solutions. Our growth is made possible by the dedicated team of hundreds behind the scenes. From software developers and product managers to designers and strategists, Team UI is driven to achieve our common goal: Rethinking IT. At Ubiquiti, you’ll heighten your potential and broaden your horizons - all while shaping the future of connectivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of cable assemblies and connectors for new products.
• Responsible for design concepts, 2D/3D design reviews, specifications, and DFM reviews for new cable assemblies and connectors.
• Define validation plans, oversee test execution, analyze results, and drive issue resolution.
• Perform PPAP for new cable assemblies and connectors.
• Analyze and troubleshoot design, manufacturing, quality, and reliability issues during development.
• Drive continuous improvements in performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Establish and maintain system workflow, documents, and processes to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams, sourcing teams, and suppliers to achieve technical, quality, schedule, and cost objectives.

Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required.
• 5+ years of experience in cable assembly design and development, with in-depth knowledge of materials, technologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience in cable assembly architecture, material selection, mechanical design, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficient with 2D/3D CAD applications. (SolidWorks preferred)
• Strong knowledge of tolerance analysis, GD&T, and DFM.
• Familiarity with engineering analysis and simulation methods such as FEA, Moldflow, or SI.
• Experience with cable validation processes and understanding of reliability testing and compliance requirements.
• Strong engineering troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with suppliers, sourcing teams, and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure product quality and manufacturability.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in connector design and development.
• Experience working in connector/cable related industries.
• Experience with DOE and statistical analysis.
• Strong organizational and technical project management skills.
• Excellent communication, goal-setting, interpersonal skills.
• Leadership in cross-functional or large-scale projects.
• Strong ownership, growth mindset, and ability to thrive in ambiguity.