Test and Validation Engineer

TE Connectivity; Middletown Township (PA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a Test and Validation Engineer to design and verify high-speed test systems for cable assemblies used in data centers and wireless infrastructure. You will lead validation efforts from analysis to production testing and collaborate with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and operations teams.

The role requires a strong background in high-speed test equipment, Python, and data-driven problem solving, with the ability to work independently in a global environment and

Qualifications

• Expert in high-speed test systems and validation through product development.
• Experience testing high-speed cable assemblies using BERTs and switches.
• Ability to define testing requirements from electrical and software specs.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams across design and manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Design and verify high-speed test systems for cables and assemblies.
• Lead hardware selection and develop test software for validation.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing teams.
• Translate test results into actionable product improvements.

Skills

High-speed test systems

Python

Data analysis

Project leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Digital Sampling Oscilloscope

Vector Network Analyzer

Bit Error Rate Tester

TDR

Pattern Generators

Power Supplies

Test software (Python-based)

Job description

Test and Validation Engineer

Posting Start Date: 3/30/26

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

As a Test and Validation Engineer for TE Connectivity you will focus on test system design and verification-validation testing of high-speed products in cable assemblies targeting high speed communications and connectivity within datacenters and wireless infrastructure. You will be expected to independently work on projects in the areas of validation for product, test system design including selection of hardware and programming. You will work collaboratively within a broader cross functional team of electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, & operations to execute leading edge products designs. You will be responsible for the electrical validation of a product/platform beginning with the initial analysis and leading into production verification testing and manufacturing. You will tackle challenging design problems and utilize cutting edge hardware and software tools to guide complex designs toward success.

Job Requirements

• Subject matter expert in high-speed test systems and validation activities through product development cycles
• Testing, performance enhancement, and validation of high-speed cable assemblies using BERT’s, network switches, traffic generators, etc.
• Establishing testing requirements for new products based on electrical and software specifications
• Development of high-speed cables test systems/fixtures from conception to manufacturing deployment
• Test system architecture, system diagramming, test software, hardware build, and validation into manufacturing of product
• Creating actionable recommendations based upon design reviews and product specifications
• Making data driven decisions about the product functionality and areas for improvement.

What your background should look like

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 10+ years of work experience in a high-speed test engineering role
• Experience with cable/cable assembly designs (high speed twin-ax cables, direct attach copper (DAC) cables, active copper cables)
• Experience with high speed test equipment (Digital Sampling Oscilloscope, Vector Network Analyzer, Bit Error Rate Tester, TDR, Pattern Generators, Power Supplies, etc.)
• Strong experience with Python
• Strong analytical capabilities to interpret test/lab data to identify issues and provide solutions to fix identified problem.
• Experience in project leadership, especially as it applies across design, development & manufacturing teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a global environment – able to accommodate varying time zones, fluent in English (verbal/written), able to collaborate with individuals across geographies
• Individual must be highly motivated, a quick learner, and able to work independently

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 (https://www.linkedin.com/company/te-connectivity/) ,Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/teconnectivity/) ,WeChat, (http://www.te.com.cn/chn-zh/policies-agreements/wechat.html) Instagram andX (formerly Twitter). (https://twitter.com/TEConnectivity)

EOE, Including Disability/Vets

COMPENSATION

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $115,000 – $140,000 (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.

Job Locations

• 3101 FULLING MILL RD
• MIDDLETOWN, Pennsylvania 17057-3172
• United States

Posting City: MIDDLETOWN

Job Country: United States

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Requisition ID: 149616

Workplace Type: Onsite

External Careers Page: Engineering & Technology

TE Connectivity and its subsidiaries, affiliates, and operating units (collectively, the "Company") is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.