Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Amphenol Corporation; Yocumtown (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, where you will lead innovative cable design projects. This role involves collaborating with global teams to ensure designs meet customer specifications and are manufacturable. You'll manage the entire product lifecycle, from concept generation to production, while utilizing your expertise in mechanical engineering and design principles. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a diverse and inclusive environment, making a significant impact in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, and telecommunications.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in high-speed cable design and assembly.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and GD&T principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire product lifecycle from concept to execution.
• Collaborate with marketing and customers to define product needs.
• Coordinate with manufacturing to optimize design for production.

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T principles

Statistical engineering methods

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Amphenol is one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products in the world. The Company designs, manufactures, and markets electrical, electronic, and fiber optic connectors, coaxial and flat-ribbon cable, and interconnect systems. The primary end markets for the Company's products include communications and information processing markets, aerospace and military electronics, and automotive, rail, and other transportation and industrial applications.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Valley Green, PA

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for leading concept generation, design, verification, and qualification of custom cable designs. The engineer will ensure that product designs are manufacturable and meet customer requirements—including electrical, mechanical, and environmental specifications. The role requires close customer interaction and collaboration within a global cross-functional team. The engineer will work closely with internal and external suppliers and manufacturing personnel, supporting the development and validation of prototypes through to production, and interfacing with key customers.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage the entire product lifecycle—from capturing the voice of the customer, through prototyping, testing, qualification, and project execution.
2. Collaborate with marketing and customers to define product needs and performance requirements, assessing technical risks.
3. Coordinate with internal and external manufacturing disciplines (stamping, plating, molding, assembly) to optimize design for production processes.
4. Develop and execute product cost reduction plans for cable assemblies.
5. Select appropriate metal and polymer materials based on performance, cost, and sourcing considerations in collaboration with development engineering.
6. Work with NPI and manufacturing engineering teams to ensure smooth transition of products to manufacturing.
7. Present concepts to customers early in development, interpret feedback, and incorporate revisions into designs.
8. Define product, application, and packaging specifications.
9. Manage resolution of customer application issues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, with relevant experience.
• 5-10 years of experience, preferably with high-speed cable design and assembly.
• Experience with design for signal integrity performance is preferred.
• Knowledge of industry standards is a plus.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, GD&T principles, and statistical engineering methods.
• Effective team collaboration and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills with global customers and all organizational levels.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects effectively.

Amphenol is an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting diversity in the workplace.

Visit our website for more information: www.amphenol.com

This position involves access to controlled technology subject to US export controls. Candidates must be US Persons or eligible for required US government authorizations.