SR R&D/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEER (Hybrid)

TE Connectivity; Fremont (TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer II to sustain and develop products in the EPS portfolio for aerospace and military applications.

The role covers product development leadership, design verification, and collaboration with customers and external agencies to resolve technical issues across the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• 4–5 years of relevant industry experience with design and analysis.
• Hands-on experience applying mechanical and electrical engineering principles.
• Knowledge of military, aerospace, and space products and materials.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for aerospace and military products.
• Design, prototype, and test concepts for new products and enhancements.
• Lead new product development projects.
• Ensure designs meet safety and regulatory standards (SAE, UL, AS, RoHS, REACH).
• Write and maintain product specifications.
• Develop qualification test plans and reports based on product specs.

Skills

CAD/CAM software

GD&T

Metrology equipment

Machining & plating

Electrical engineering basics

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

4–5 years relevant industry experience

Hands-on engineering experience

Knowledge of military/aerospace materials

Tools

SAP

MES

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

Engineered Polymer Solutions (EPS) is part of the Aerospace Defense and Marine business (AD&M) within TE’s industrial business segment, supplying customers with electronic components that include ruggedized electronic interconnect solutions, harness assemblies and application equipment.

We are currently offering an exciting opportunity to be part of our dynamic, friendly team supporting and developing the next generation SolderTact Contacts, and RF Connectors products, The team is looking for an enthusiastic, hands‑on Mechanical Engineer to sustain and develop new products for this portfolio.

The R&D/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEER II will provide technical leadership and hands‑on engineering support across the product lifecycle. This role requires a base of knowledge and skills covering a range of mechanical engineering topics as well as a knowledge of electrical engineering disciplines, with a sound understanding of relevant technologies and current industry practices. It will require the demonstration of experience in supporting and/or developing product for Aerospace, Commercial Air or Military market.

Job Requirements

Product Development and Technical Leadership

• Provide engineering support for products used in aerospace and military applications.
• Design, prototype, and test concepts for new products and product enhancements.
• Serve as the engineering lead for new product development projects.

Compliance and Technical Documentation

• Ensure designs meet functional and safety requirements and comply with applicable standards, including SAE, UL, AS, RoHS, and REACH.
• Write and maintain product specifications.
• Develop qualification test plans and reports based on product specifications.

Collaboration and Customer Support

• Coordinate with external agencies and customers.
• Support the coordination of mechanical and electrical activities for other departmental projects.
• Communicate with internal and external customers to resolve technical issues involving legacy products.

What Your Background Should Look Like

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Four to five years of relevant industry experience, with a proven record of engineering design and analysis.
• Hands‑on experience applying mechanical and electrical engineering principles.
• Knowledge of military, aerospace, and space products and materials.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software; Creo, Solidworks or a comparable platform is preferred.
• Knowledge of machining and plating processes.
• Working knowledge of GD&T, inspection methods, and metrology equipment.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective project management and organizational abilities.
• Clear communication and demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification; Design for Six Sigma experience is a plus.
• Experience with advanced manufacturing technologies, including machining and metrology.
• Knowledge of enterprise resource planning systems, such as SAP, and manufacturing execution systems.
• Experience developing products from concept through industrialization, including voice of the customer, design of experiments, and failure mode and effects analysis.

PLEASE NOTE - This position requires access to information which is subject to stringent controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Applicants must be a US citizen or national, US lawful permanent resident, person granted asylee status in the US, or person admitted into the US as a refugee.

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Competencies

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

About Te Connectivity

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next‑generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

Compensation

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $150,000 – $225,000 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

Benefits

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