Senior High-Speed IO Connector Design Engineer for AI/ML

Amphenol ICC; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol ICC in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Senior Product Development / Mechanical Design Engineer to lead concept generation, design, and qualification of high-speed IO connectors, with emphasis on signal integrity, thermal management, and manufacturability.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, perform FMEA, DFM/FEA with ANSYS, and drive NPI from concept to production while engaging with customers and supporting system-level integration.

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 materials and manufacturing processes including stamping, plating, molding, and assembly.
• Excellent communication skills with global teams and customers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead concept generation, design, and qualification of high-speed IO connectors.
• Develop connectors optimized for AI/ML workloads with emphasis on signal integrity, mechanical robustness, and thermal efficiency.
• Apply advanced design techniques for low latency, high-density packaging, and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system-level integration and compliance with industry standards (e.g., OSFP, QSFP-DD, PCIe).
• Define and execute rigorous testing protocols for electrical, mechanical, and environmental performance.
• Perform Design FMEA, Tolerance Analysis, DFM, FEA (ANSYS preferred), and Risk Analysis.
• Work with internal labs and external partners to validate performance in real-world environments.
• Manage development projects from concept through production, including timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination.
• Maintain clear documentation and communication across engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Support NPI and transition to manufacturing.
• Act as the primary technical interface for customer engagements.
• Translate customer requirements into actionable design goals and provide support during design reviews, prototyping, and field validation.
• Present product concepts early in the development cycle and incorporate feedback into design iterations.

Skills

Signal integrity

EMI/EMC

Thermal management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

ANSYS

Job description

Amphenol ICC in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Senior Product Development / Mechanical Design Engineer to lead concept generation, design, and qualification of high-speed IO connectors, with emphasis on signal integrity, thermal management, and manufacturability.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, perform FMEA, DFM/FEA with ANSYS, and drive NPI from concept to production while engaging with customers and supporting system-level integration.