PRINCIPAL R&D/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEER

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. 

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Job Overview

The Advanced Technology (ADT) Team within the Data and Devices Business Unit at TE Connectivity is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced R&D Product Development Engineer (PDE) specializing in Mechanical Engineering, with a proven track record of 10+ years in advanced interconnecting device development such as connectors, sockets, cable assemblies. This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of high-speed, high-density interconnect designs.

This role demands a dynamic individual who thrives on challenges and is committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation. If you are passionate about making a significant impact in a fast-paced environment and possess the requisite technical and interpersonal skills, we invite you to join our team!

Short Description

Expertise in Advanced Connector Design:

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of past high-speed, high-density interconnect designs and innovations.
• Invent high-speed, high-density interconnecting product concepts by pushing the stamping, plating, assembly, and molding (SPAM) process technology boundaries, or by applying other precision manufacturing technologies, such as photolithography, additive manufacturing, MEMS, etc.
• Experience in fine-pitch precision interconnects, such as board-to-board, IO, sockets in fine pitches like 0.4-0.6mm, or other similar precision levels electro-mechanical component development experiences are highly valued.
• Apply in-depth knowledge to contribute to the development of pioneering projects within TE Connectivity.
• Exploring the technology options by interacting with internal and external technology experts.

Technical Proficiency:

• Preferred familiarity with prototyping methods and advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Meticulously plan and execute DOEs to prove the concept.
• Systematically and scientifically study and compare proposed solutions to make data-driven decisions.
• Possess proficiency in CAD tools, including Creo, SpaceClaim, and AutoCAD.
• Conduct force and structural analysis using ANSYS Mechanical and other relevant tools.
• 3Project Management and Collaboration:
• Exhibit a relentless drive to succeed on challenging, advanced projects.
• Demonstrate patience and resilience in overcoming setbacks and obstacles.
• Collaborate effectively in a small, cross-functional team environment and work seamlessly across BU and Segment boundaries.

What your background should look like:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master’s degree highly recommended
• Minimum of 10 years of work experience in signal integrity engineering or related roles
• Experience with interconnect design or experience with connector &/or cable/cable assembly design (high speed twinax cables, direct attach copper (DAC) cables)
• Strong capabilities on GD&T and tolerance analysis in mechanical designs
• FEA analysis tools experiences (Ansys Workbench, Ansys Mechanical, etc.)
• Strong analytical capabilities to interpret simulation and lab data to identify issues and provide solutions to fix identified problem.  SixSigma methodologies or other strong data analytics background a PLUS.
• Experience in project leadership, especially as it applies across design, development & manufacturing teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a global environment – able to accommodate varying time zones, fluent in English (verbal/written), able to collaborate with individuals across geographies
• Direct customer design and support experience, and ability to travel as needed
• Ability to, and experience with, teaching and training peers in applying software tools and methodologies
• Highly motivated, a quick learner, and able to work independently

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

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