JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Technical Data Engineer I
Location: India

The mission of the Technical Data Group is to provide the most accurate and complete data for design engineers sourcing electronic components on Mouser.com The group maintains the Product Information Management (PIM) system and Data Quality tools to accomplish that responsibility.

The Technical Data Engineer performs technical data research, assessment, acquisition, and quality assurance of data for electronic components using a variety of resources and tools. They work with and establish solid relationships with the Products team, Pricing team and other departments within Mouser to ensure the highest standard in the structure and maintenance of technical data.

ACCOUNTABILITIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs technical data research, assessment and acquisition using the Internet, Supplier websites, search engines, spreadsheets, and internal databases
• Normalizes all collected data into a consistent format that is governed by Tech Data established procedures
• Collaborates, coordinates, and manages the classification, collection, implementation, and maintenance of the product technical data using Product Information Management (PIM) system and Data Quality Analyst tools
• Plans, develops, and manages the hierarchies for assigned product categories based on product type and/or technology through technical processes
• Ensures that collected data is relevant for uses that are sourcing products, in all regions worldwide
• Develop a basic Mouser Product Data acumen and use it with each classification and attribution task assigned
• Develops an understanding of the classification Hierarchy to the extent that misclassified products can be readily identified and reclassified into the correct template
• Evaluate template attributes for relevance with the template Taxonomy and makes recommendations for changes that would benefit customers
• Evaluate the data as presented on Mouser.com and make recommendations regarding normalization, sorting, and order of parametric attributes to enhance the overall product sourcing for customers
• Establish open and timely communications with interested parties, stakeholders, and teams
• Expected to utilize organizational skills to document, categorize, prioritize, provide easy access to information, ask questions, follow up and maintain communications
• Represents the company in a professional manner with internal and external customers

SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Familiarity in working in and with cross-functional teams
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong ability to work independently or in teams with a collaborative interpersonal style
• Demonstrates a positive attitude toward self and others
• Ability to set and track goals
• Uses sound judgment to identify issues and escalates when appropriate
• Able to research data for long periods of time
• Able to quickly learn new software applications and adapt to project related process changes
• Detailed and thorough in work habits with multi-tasking ability
• Demonstrated ability in reading, analyzing, and interpreting Technical Data Sheets, Product Guides, Scientific and Technical Journals and other related engineering documents
• Professional with the ability to interface directly with internal business contacts and represent the business unit
• PC experience in Microsoft Windows environment, proficient with internet email, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, and related platforms
• Electronic Design, Systems Design, Test Engineering or Electronic Component experience required
• Exhibits strong analytical, technical, problem solving and organizational skills
• Able to work with minimum supervision and independent judgments.

EDUCATION AND EXPERINCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline. 

Category: Internet Business

This is a summary of the primary accountabilities and requirements for this position.  The company reserves the right to modify or amend accountabilities and requirements at anytime at its sole discretion based on business needs. Any part of this job description is subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.