Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, High-Speed IO Connectors

Amphenol ICC; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol Communications Solutions seeks a Senior Product Development Engineer to lead the design and development of high-speed IO connectors for next‑generation AI/ML platforms and data center applications. You will own a specific form factor, driving innovation, customer engagement, and cross‑functional execution.

Requirements include 5+ years in connector development, proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, Creo) and ANSYS, and a solid understanding of signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and thermal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in connector or high‑speed 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of high-speed IO connectors for 112Gb+ signaling.
• Define and execute rigorous testing for electrical, mechanical, and environmental performance.
• Manage projects from concept through production with cross‑functional coordination.

Skills

Signal integrity

EMI/EMC

Thermal management

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Multiple projects prioritization

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

ANSYS

Job description

Amphenol Communications Solutions seeks a Senior Product Development Engineer to lead the design and development of high-speed IO connectors for next‑generation AI/ML platforms and data center applications. You will own a specific form factor, driving innovation, customer engagement, and cross‑functional execution.

Requirements include 5+ years in connector development, proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, Creo) and ANSYS, and a solid understanding of signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and thermal