About us: At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.
When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world.
With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.
Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.
As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.
Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. The annual compensation range for this position is stated below. The salary offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Salary Range:
$58,100.00 - $87,100.00Are you a problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments and craves variety? We are looking for adaptable, highly motivated engineers to join the Plexus Technical Execution & Development (TED) Program. The TED Program deploys technical experts to critical manufacturing sites to ensure our most complex product launches succeed. If you have the desire to travel and the drive to become a future technical leader, we have the platform to get you there. We provide the mentorship and the challenges; you provide the grit and the mobility.
The mission is twofold:
1. Execution: To expand the technical bandwidth of Customer Focus Teams (CFT’s) and accelerate NPI execution during critical launch phases.
2. Development: To forge highly skilled, adaptable engineers through multi-site exposure to critical NPI launches across various market sectors , establishing a solid foundation for potential future leadership and Subject Matter Expert (SME) roles.
Key Job Accountabilities:
Tactical Deployment: Relocate to key manufacturing sites (Appleton WI, Boise ID, Chicago IL, Neenah WI) for temporary assignments (typically 3-12 months) aligned with critical NPI program needs.
NPI Execution: Provide immediate, on-the-ground technical support by integrating with the CFT team and reporting to the site NPI Engineering Leader.
Focused Support: Contribute to one or more of the following NPI focus areas based on business priority:
Product Engineering: Support validation activity, failure analysis, and create & manage work instructions and process flows.
Process Engineering: Assist in developing and qualifying new manufacturing processes and tooling.
Supplier Quality Engineering: Assist with component qualification and supplier issue resolution.
Quality Engineering: Support quality planning, validation activity, data analysis, and corrective actions.
Test Engineering: Help validate and support test platform commissioning and performance.
Mentorship & Development: Actively engage with dedicated mentorship from the NPI Engineering Leader and NPI SMEs to rapidly develop technical and professional skills.
Continuous Improvement: Identify and help implement process improvements and feed best practices back to the NPI and SME teams.
Education/Experience Qualifications:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent experience, is required.
A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent experience, and 1-2 years of relevant work experience, is preferred.
Ideal candidates may have a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Biomedical Engineering, but other technical backgrounds will be considered.
This program is designed for engineers that have a drive to deliver results in a fast paced environment, are open to inter-disciplinary assignments, and interested in developing subject matter expertise for new product introductions.
Other Qualifications:
Highly Motivated & Driven: A strong work ethic, prepared for the intensity of NPI launches.
Adaptable & Eager to Learn: Enthusiastic about facing new challenges and working in a fast-paced environment.
Mobility & Globally Minded: Willing to relocate and excited by the opportunity to work in different locations and cultures.
Problem-Solving & Communication: Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Learning Agility: Ability to learn from experience and adapt quickly when plans change.
Commitment: Ready to fully immerse in the program and the Plexus culture.
Work Environment:
The work setting will be a mix of an office environment and a light manufacturing environment.
A two year program commitment is required.
Short term relocations for 3-12 months are required.
This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.
We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [email protected]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.
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Since 1979, Plexus has been partnering with companies to create the products that build a better world. We are a team of over 20,000 individuals who are dedicated to providing Design and Development, Supply Chain Solutions, New Product Introduction, Manufacturing and Aftermarket Services. Plexus is a global leader that specializes in serving customers in industries with highly complex products and demanding regulatory environments. Plexus delivers customer service excellence to leading companies by providing innovative, comprehensive solutions throughout a product’s lifecycle. For more information about Plexus, visit our website at www.plexus.com
