Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) designs and manufactures interconnect solutions for technology markets. The Senior Connector Development Engineer will design and develop connector and cable products, lead projects through qualification, and collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams on performance, cost, and manufacturing needs.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, design, and execution of connector and interconnect development projects from concept through evaluation and qualification
- Design high-speed connectors, power connectors, and cable assemblies, including card edge, memory, and storage connectors
- Collaborate with global customers and cross-functional teams to define requirements and deliver innovative interconnect solutions
- Apply knowledge of server/storage architectures, industry standards (PCI-SIG, OCP, JEDEC, SFF), and signal integrity principles
- Develop prototypes, oversee testing/qualification, and ensure compliance with industry and customer performance standards
- Conduct cost analysis, provide design trade-offs, and support decisions for product management and manufacturing
- Benchmark competitive products to drive differentiation in performance, cost, and manufacturability
- Provide technical support to Sales and Marketing, including customer training, presentations, and direct engagement
- Partner with Manufacturing to address cost reduction, quality improvement, and customer issue resolution
- Stay current with technology trends and emerging interconnect solutions—including power interconnect innovations—to guide future product development
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
- 8+ years of experience in connector and/or cable assembly design and development
- Proven experience with card edge, memory, power connectors, and high-speed cable assemblies
- Familiarity with industry standards such as PCIe, DDR, OCP, JEDEC, and SFF
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and design skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across global teams
- Proficiency in 3D modeling tools (e.g., Creo) and Product Data Management systems (e.g., Windchill) preferred
Benefits
- Hybrid for candidates residing near our Bay Area - Santa Clara office and remote for candidates located elsewhere in Texas.
- Opportunity for career growth within a global organization.
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