Lead Mechanical Engineer — High‑Speed Connectors

Amphenol ICC; Yocumtown (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is seeking an Assistant Hardware Engineering Manager to join our High Speed OverPass Solutions team in Valley Green, PA. You will lead a team of mechanical engineers in the design, development, and testing of package-level connector hardware components and cable assemblies.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5+ years in hardware/connector development, strong leadership, and proficiency with CAD tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5+ years of hardware/connector development experience, including sheet metal; cable harnessing a plus.
• Experience in a technical lead or supervisory/mentorship role within a mechanical engineering team.
• Strong project coordination, organizational and customer communication skills.
• Proficiency with CAD tools.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaboration across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Engineering Manager in leading a team of mechanical engineers in design, development and testing of package-level connector hardware components and cable assemblies.
• Assist in managing project timelines to ensure milestones and deliverables are met, while communicating progress to internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate regularly with customers on key programs during development and implementation of new hardware and connectors.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support cohesive product development efforts.
• Contribute to development and implementation of engineering processes to improve efficiency and quality.
• Help coordinate resource allocation and assist with project planning and budgeting.
• Provide technical support, mentorship, and day-to-day guidance to engineers.
• Support team growth initiatives, including recruitment, interviewing, onboarding and training of new hires.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project coordination

Customer communication

Team mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is seeking an Assistant Hardware Engineering Manager to join our High Speed OverPass Solutions team in Valley Green, PA. You will lead a team of mechanical engineers in the design, development, and testing of package-level connector hardware components and cable assemblies.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5+ years in hardware/connector development, strong leadership, and proficiency with CAD tools.