Senior Mechanical Engineer: Precision Optics & High‑Performance Connectors

TE Connectivity; Town of Webster (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

TE Connectivity seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to advance precision optical connector systems for high-demand AI and hyperscale infrastructure. You will address sub-micron tolerances, metal and polymer components, and innovative latching mechanisms in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves design-for-manufacturability, collaboration across optical, manufacturing, and quality teams, and documentation of tests and procedures to support new systems and hardware.

Qualifications

• Education: BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience: 5–8 years in precision mechanical design; optics/photonic experience preferred.
• Design Tools: Proficiency with 3D CAD software SolidWorks, NX or Creo; FEA knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design high-precision alignment fixtures, tooling and automation systems for optical components.
• Lead rapid prototyping from concept to production-ready designs using advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Develop mechanical test methodologies for connector performance, durability and quality control.
• Collaborate with optical, manufacturing and quality teams to ensure DFM and optical performance.
• Create 2D/3D CAD files, work instructions, SOPs and documentation for tests and commissioning.

Skills

Precision Mechanical Design

Automation systems design

Prototyping

Testing & Characterization

Cross-functional Collaboration

Documentation

Project Management

Continuous Learning

Communication

Education

BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering

Mechatronics

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

Creo

Finite Element Analysis

Job description

TE Connectivity seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to advance precision optical connector systems for high-demand AI and hyperscale infrastructure. You will address sub-micron tolerances, metal and polymer components, and innovative latching mechanisms in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves design-for-manufacturability, collaboration across optical, manufacturing, and quality teams, and documentation of tests and procedures to support new systems and hardware.