Mechanical Integrity Engineer – High-Speed Connectors

Amphenol Corporation; Yocumtown (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Integrity Engineer for the Cable Backplane Connector team in Valley Green, PA. The role focuses on mechanical testing, qualification of connectors, and reliability analysis to support high-speed interconnects.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of experience, solid modeling skills (Pro/E/SolidWorks), and familiarity with FEA tools such as ANSYS. Collaboration with suppliers and cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5 years of professional experience.
• Experience with solid modeling tools - Pro/E and/or SolidWorks.
• Experience with data analysis software, MS Excel, Minitab would be a plus.
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis tools desirable, ANSYS experience would be a plus.
• Understand how to replicate international standards for testing.
• Understanding of electrical systems and electrical connectors.
• Understand how to perform failure analysis, tolerance analysis, and DFMEA.
• Ability to communicate with technical & non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work in team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop new products and processes via mechanical testing and qualification of electrical connectors and components.
• Develop test sequences and procedures to determine long-term reliability.
• Process and analyze testing results, and create reports and presentations for internal and external customers.
• Support the product design effort in mechanical analysis such as tolerance analysis, FEA, materials analysis, failure analysis and DFMEA.
• Prepare test samples and test requests, design and fabricate test fixtures, interface with test lab technicians.
• Collaborate with internal and external suppliers and manufacturing personnel, supporting the development and validation of product prototypes through pilot production, as well as interfacing with beta-site customers.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Pro/E / Pro/E

SolidWorks

MS Excel

Minitab

ANSYS

Job description

Amphenol Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Integrity Engineer for the Cable Backplane Connector team in Valley Green, PA. The role focuses on mechanical testing, qualification of connectors, and reliability analysis to support high-speed interconnects.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of experience, solid modeling skills (Pro/E/SolidWorks), and familiarity with FEA tools such as ANSYS. Collaboration with suppliers and cross-functional teams is essential.