Senior FEA Mechanical Engineer – Backplane Systems

Amphenol Corporation; Yocumtown (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol Corporation, a global leader in interconnect solutions, seeks a Mechanical Engineer, FEA to drive finite element analyses and multi-physics simulations for high-speed cable backplane systems. You will oversee model development, validation, and optimization across engineering teams in Etters, PA.

The role emphasizes project management, collaboration with design, R&D, manufacturing, and testing, and a strong focus on quality and reliability of products for Telecom/Datacom markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (higher level degree preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity with product development lifecycle and systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure timely delivery.
• Develop best practices for simulation activities and SOPs.
• Collaborate with design, R&D, manufacturing, and testing teams to support product development and validation.
• Ensure accuracy and quality of mechanical simulations and structural analyses.
• Drive initiatives to improve manufacturing processes and product quality.
• Work with product line management, sales, and other departments on new products.
• Promote safety and quality within the team and ensure compliance with standards.
• Liaise with customers to understand requirements and provide technical support.

Skills

Project management

Strong communication

Collaboration across departments

Continuous improvement

Hardware familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

ANSYS

Abaqus

Nastran

Job description

Amphenol Corporation, a global leader in interconnect solutions, seeks a Mechanical Engineer, FEA to drive finite element analyses and multi-physics simulations for high-speed cable backplane systems. You will oversee model development, validation, and optimization across engineering teams in Etters, PA.

The role emphasizes project management, collaboration with design, R&D, manufacturing, and testing, and a strong focus on quality and reliability of products for Telecom/Datacom markets.