Senior High-Speed IO Connector Design Engineer

Amphenol ICC; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol ICC in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Senior Product Development Engineer to lead the design and development of high-speed IO connectors for AI/ML and data center applications. You will own a form factor, drive innovation, and engage with customers across global teams.

The role emphasizes advancing signal integrity, thermal management, and manufacturability while coordinating across engineering, manufacturing, and quality groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ years of industry experience in IO connector or high-speed connector product development.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo) and simulation software (ANSYS).
• Strong understanding of signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and thermal management.
• Experience with stamping, plating, molding, and assembly processes.
• Excellent communication skills with global teams and customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead concept generation, design, and qualification of high-speed IO connectors.
• Develop connectors optimized for AI/ML workloads with focus on signal integrity, thermal efficiency, and manufacturability.
• Apply advanced design techniques for low latency, high-density packaging, and system integration.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with OSFP, QSFP-DD, PCIe standards.

Skills

IO connector experience

High-speed connector design

CAD tools: SolidWorks/Creo

ANSYS simulation

Thermal management

EMI/EMC knowledge

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

ANSYS

Job description

Amphenol ICC in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Senior Product Development Engineer to lead the design and development of high-speed IO connectors for AI/ML and data center applications. You will own a form factor, drive innovation, and engage with customers across global teams.

The role emphasizes advancing signal integrity, thermal management, and manufacturability while coordinating across engineering, manufacturing, and quality groups.