Created in 2015 and headquartered in the Netherlands, Ampleon is shaped by nearly 60 years of RF Power leadership. The company envisions to advance society through innovative RF solutions based on GaN and LDMOS technologies.
Ampleon is dedicated to being the partner of choice by delivering high-quality, high-performance RF products with its world-class talent. The portfolio offers flexibility in scaling design and production for any volume and addresses applications for 5G NR infrastructure, industrial, scientific, medical, broadcast, navigation and safety radio applications.
Proven reliability, secure supply and excellent product consistency enable highest manufacturing yields for customers who benefit from Ampleon being a one-stop partner for RF power solutions. For more details, please visit www.ampleon.com.
The Smithfield team is an experienced team with engaged and passionate people. They need your full-time support on site!
Reporting to the Application group Leader in Smithfield, you are responsible for developing, building and repairing a wide variety of reference designs and demo boards to support our customers (Including Mobile Broadband Radio, Navigation and safety Radio, Broadcast, Industrial, Scientific, Medical applications) and enabling Ampleon to achieve our business goals.
Your key responsibilities will be:
- Assemble and rework a wide variety of reference designs and demo boards based on Ampleon RF power transistors and integrated devices. Align with engineering and sales teams to prioritize demo board building based on the availability of parts and customers’ timeline needs
- Manage stockroom and inventory. Maintain inventory of electronic components, coordinating with purchasing officer and engineers to determine what electrical and mechanical parts need to be stocked and in what quantities to ensure a steady production deadline
- Manage machine shop. Machine or modify copper, brass and aluminum mechanical parts utilizing CNC technology or hand tools as necessary
- Modify or fabricate mechanical components (e.g. baseplates) if necessary. Assist with the creation of new mechanical designs for components such as baseplates with cooling channels, inserts to fit new packages as they are released, enclosures and any other parts needed to meet the challenges of new design requirements
- A position in an international environment with over 35 nationalities working in cross-functional teams across 18 locations
- A warm and friendly environment with a ‘flat’ organization: informal, flexible, no-nonsense and hands-on
- Growth and learning opportunities to develop yourself in Ampleon
- A competitive salary package including a bonus program
- A strong benefit plan (Health/Dental/Vision and 401K with employer contribution)
- 20 PTO a year (including sick leave) to start with
We are looking for someone who has the following background and capabilities:
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- > 5 years of experience in electronics assembly
- Excellent surface mount technology soldering and rework skills
- Good mechanical qualification
- Good organization skills
- Good verbal and written English language communication skills
- Machining skills (vertical mill, CNC, etc.) and 3D CAD design (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.) are a plus
- Proactive and team-oriented attitude
- Attention to detail
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Recruitment process
We prioritize efficiency, ensuring that our application process is fast, effective and straightforward. For questions or open applications, contact our recruitment team.
After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation e-mail.
Should you be a potential fit, we will invite you for an interview.
Meet our regional HR Business Partner to establish mutual understanding and collect essential information.
Get to know the Ampleon hiring team personally, either through face-to-face interactions or online meetings. You will be invited to 3 to 6 interviews, involving these key parties: 1) hiring managers, 2) peers, and 3) HR representatives.
Once negotiations reach a satisfactory conclusion for all parties involved, you will receive a contract offer, marking the beginning of your career journey at Ampleon.
You will benefit from comprehensive onboarding, supported by information, events, and continuous assistance from your supervisor and a buddy, ensuring your comfort from day one.