R&D Engineer

Flint Hills Resources; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

401(k) matching

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Infertility assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Molex in Lisle, Illinois is seeking an engineer to apply AI/ML to accelerate structural and electrical simulations, bridging product development with FEA and SI analysis. You will explore physics-informed models and hybrid workflows for faster, smarter interconnect design.

The role emphasizes Python, FEA, and communication with cross-functional teams, delivering tools and results to leadership while advancing renewable and high-speed data solutions.

Qualifications

• BS degree in a related engineering/science field.
• Ability to learn new knowledge, tools, and technical skills rapidly.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to manage and prioritize workload effectively in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to both peers and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop optimization and high-speed design tools that couple mechanical, electrical, and thermal co-simulations to design next generations interconnects.
• Create parametric CAD, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and Signal Integrity models to utilize in AI assisted design tools.
• Work with vendors and Molex staff and leaders to develop new tools and resolve design challenges.
• Communicate, document, and publish results to executive leadership and peers.

Skills

Python programming

AI/ML modeling

FEA knowledge

Communication skills

Education

B.S. Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics

Tools

Parametric CAD

FEA tools

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated engineer to develop and apply artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) techniques to accelerate structural and electrical simulations. This role bridges product development, finite element analysis (FEA), signal integrity (SI) analysis, and AI modeling, enabling faster and smarter product design.

You will work closely with domain experts in simulation and data science to explore physics-informed AI models and hybrid simulation workflows (e.g., reduced-order modeling, surrogate modeling, or neural operators) for real-world structural applications.

Our Team

At Molex, we create connections for life by enabling technologies that transform the future and improve lives. With a presence in more than 40 countries, we offer a complete range of connectivity products, services, and solutions across various industries, including data communications, medical, industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics.

Our Datacom and Specialty Solutions (DSS) team specializes in providing high speed connector solutions essential for building reliable communications equipment, catering to telecommunications, datacom, hyperscalers, cloud, data center, and storage applications. We continue to innovate to meet the demands of next-generation markets.

What You Will Do

• Develop optimization and high-speed design tools that couple mechanical, electrical, and thermal co-simulations to design next generations interconnects.
• Create parametric CAD, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and Signal Integrity models to utilize in AI assisted design tools.
• Work with vendors and Molex staff and leaders to develop new tools and resolve design challenges.
• Communicate, document, and publish results to executive leadership and peers.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics, or a related field.
• Ability to learn new knowledge, tools, and technical skills rapidly.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to manage and prioritize workload effectively in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to both peers and leadership.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Hands-on industrial experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Thermal Engineering.
• Knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Proficient in Python programming.
• Strong technical writing, presentation, and communication skills.

This position does not qualify for VISA Sponsorship.

For this role, we anticipate paying $80,000 - $140,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

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Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• life insurance
• ADD
• disability
• retirement
• paid vacation/time off
• educational assistance
• infertility assistance
• paid parental leave
• adoption assistance

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

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