Mechanical Design Engineer – High‑Speed Connectors

Amphenol Communications Solutions; Hampton (NH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) is a division of Amphenol Corporation, a leader in interconnect solutions. The Mechanical Design Engineer will design and develop high-performance connectors and assemblies in Hampton, NH, collaborating with Sales and Applications Engineering to collect requirements and deliver robust drawings for machining and assembly.

The role emphasizes design iteration, test data gathering, and production support to improve cost and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and GD&T.
• Ability to read and create mechanical prints and drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and communication.
• 3–5 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect design requirements with the Sales team.
• Collaborate with customers to finalize socket or connector designs.
• Provide technical support to Sales and Applications Engineering.
• Generate detailed drawings for machine shops.
• Assist Production with troubleshooting assembly.
• Gather test data to support R&D activities.
• Select seed design or start from scratch meeting requirements.
• Support Production with fixture designs as needed.
• Identify process deficiencies and develop improvement plans.

Skills

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

GD&T

Job description

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) is a division of Amphenol Corporation, a leader in interconnect solutions. The Mechanical Design Engineer will design and develop high-performance connectors and assemblies in Hampton, NH, collaborating with Sales and Applications Engineering to collect requirements and deliver robust drawings for machining and assembly.

The role emphasizes design iteration, test data gathering, and production support to improve cost and performance.