Sr. Product Engineer/High Speed Data Centers - Remote in U.S.

TE Connectivity; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to lead product development in high-speed connectors and power solutions. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of electrical components, a solid background in mechanical design, and a passion for innovation. In this role, you will collaborate closely with customers and engineering teams while contributing to cutting-edge projects that shape a safer, more connected world.

Benefits

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Stock purchase plan

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of engineering experience in mechanical design.
• Comprehensive knowledge of electrical components and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with quality tools and global collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for product development of high-speed cable assemblies and power connectors.
• Work with customers to gather VOC and convert into design specifications.
• Collaborate with global manufacturing and maintain design history files.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Tolerance Analysis

DFMEA

Material Selection

3D Design Tools

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ProE

Spaceclaim

Job description

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable, and more connected world.

Job Overview

TE Connectivity’s Product Engineering Teams optimize existing products based on input from marketing, customers, Operations Teams, Development Engineers, or other employees. They maintain existing products, processes, and specifications, including modifications for new applications consistent with manufacturing techniques and economies. They initiate and implement programs to continuously improve quality and cost, while meeting customer requirements. They may also support and implement product extensions to existing platform products to meet specific customer needs. These teams are the key experts in the products they are responsible for at TE.

Responsibilities

High Speed IO (SR Position)

Responsible for being the FAE product expert for high-speed connectors, cages, and cable assemblies from market definition through production and release. Must have comprehensive knowledge of the Global Product Line (GPL) portfolio, tooling, and manufacturing processes. Able to advise on product extensions, feature modifications, and alternative interconnector solutions within DDN’s portfolio.

Power

Responsible for being the FAE product expert for power connectors, bus bars, and cable assemblies from market definition through production and release. Must have comprehensive knowledge of the GPL portfolio, tooling, and manufacturing processes. Able to advise on product extensions, feature modifications, and alternative interconnector solutions within DDN’s portfolio.

ICC

Responsible for being the FAE product expert for Internal Connector and Cable Assemblies, from market definition through production and release. Must have comprehensive knowledge of the GPL portfolio, tooling, and manufacturing processes. Able to advise on product extensions, feature modifications, and alternative interconnector solutions within DDN’s portfolio.

Responsible for product development of high-speed cable assembly, power connector, and power cable assembly solutions from market definition through production and release:

• Work closely with customers and TE sales/SA/FAE/PM to gather VOC (Voice of Customer) and convert it into TE design conceptualization and preliminary specifications.
• Conceive concepts and perform feasibility studies.
• Run mechanical and thermal simulations.
• Make engineering evaluations and proposals to customers.
• Create detailed designs, including 2D/3D drawings, and perform DFMEA/tolerance analysis.
• Build prototypes and perform validation.
• Provide technical support to Operations, Quality, and Production teams for efficiency and safe product launch.
• Resolve product issues and manage ECN/PCN processes.
• Develop a deep understanding of market and customer needs, fostering connections between business and customer engineering teams.
• Maintain a system-level understanding of customer applications and product design to meet customer expectations.
• Provide technical support to customers, sales, PM, and plant teams, including testing, troubleshooting, and verification.
• Collaborate with global manufacturing, procurement, and suppliers to meet technical, quality, and cost objectives.
• Document designs, changes, and maintain design history files.

Candidate Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience with electrical components, devices, or manufacturing tooling/development.
• Knowledge of socket, connector, or relevant mechanical design and development.
• Familiarity with switch and server equipment.
• Experience with mechanical design, material selection, tolerance analysis, DFMEA, and product qualification.
• Proficiency in 3D design tools (e.g., ProE, Spaceclaim).
• Basic knowledge of raw materials, industry standards, and product applications.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, molding, stamping, plating, assembly).
• Familiarity with quality tools (FMEA, Six Sigma, DOE, 8D).
• Ability to work in a global environment, accommodating different time zones and collaborating across geographies.
• Open-minded, coachable, eager to learn, and motivated to grow.

Core Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

About TE Connectivity

TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, and connected future. Our solutions enable power, signal, and data distribution across transportation, energy, manufacturing, data centers, medical technology, and more. With over 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, in approximately 140 countries, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on social media platforms.

Compensation

• Competitive base salary: $100,200 - $150,300 (dependent on location and experience).
• Salary ranges are indicative and may be adjusted based on candidate qualifications and internal equity.
• Total Compensation includes Base Salary, Incentives, and Benefits.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, stock purchase plan, paid time off, and voluntary benefits.

EOE, Including Disability/Vets