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Posted:
05.05.2025
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19.06.2025
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Job Description:
At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.
Job Overview:
TE Connectivity’s R&D/Product Development Engineering Teams conceive original ideas for new products, introduce them into practice. As a development engineer, you will be responsible for defining the key technologies of our next generation of high-voltage automotive contactors according to market requirements. Starting from first samples until the series product is finished and launched to the market, you will support in all steps of the development phase including testing in the laboratory. You will be working in an enthusiastic global team to create innovative solutions for the future of electrical vehicles.
- Develop new design solutions for High Voltage (1,000V) Automotive Contactors that meet strict reliability requirements for the automotive industry. Solutions will include electrical, simulations, mechanical, quality, and testing. Create working prototypes and validate design through the TE Document Control Process.
- Become an expert in arc mitigation, high energy physics, contact chamber materials, contact resistance, short circuit capability, and current induced magnetic fields.
- Have expertise in EV Architecture, Battery Systems, Electric Vehicle Power Systems, High Voltage DC Power Systems, Charging Infrastructure, Functional Safety (ISO26262), and ASIL ratings.
- Define, coordinate, and drive development activities from a technical perspective.
- Lead the execution of the Engineering technology roadmap.
- Act as a trainer/mentor for talent engineers or newly founded teams in other EMEA locations.
- Coordinate and facilitate technical engineering communications for internal & external customers.
- Create or control the product design standards.
- Work closely with universities and screen the market for potential new hires, Master Thesis candidates, & Working students.
- Review customer specifications and translate them into detailed test requirements.
- Design and define mechanical and electrical test equipment.
- Conduct detailed product analysis (visual, mechanical, electrical).
- Collaborate on process and manufacturing topics.
- Maintain a solid understanding of competitive products.
What your background should look like:
- Master’s degree or PhD in physics, mechatronics, or equivalent.
- At least some years of professional experience in engineering.
- Excellent knowledge in electro-mechanical engineering and broad understanding of complex physical interconnections (structural, magnetic, thermal).
- Knowledge in relay physics and mechanics preferred, but equivalent technology fields are also welcome.
- In-depth knowledge of standard production, automation, and process technologies.
- Skilled in analyzing technical customer and market requirements.
- Proficiency in technical tools such as CAD, FEM, and other domain-specific tools.
- Fluent in German and English; Portuguese skills are beneficial.
- Experience with development processes in the automotive environment and relevant quality standards (QS9000, IATF 16949, DIN ISO 17025).
- Proven experience in technical communication with customers and suppliers.
- Strong communication skills and influence ability.
- Professional, structured, and creative working style.
- Pro-active and collaborative attitude to train other engineers.
- Motivated to work in an international environment, focused on cooperation and teamwork.
- Driven for innovation and results.
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What TE Connectivity offers:
We offer an exciting total package that can be flexibly adapted to changing life situations — employee well-being is our top priority!
- Competitive Salary Package
- Performance-Based Bonus Plans
- Health and Wellness Incentives
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Community Outreach Programs / Charity Events
- Employee Resource Group
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