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R&D/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEER II

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Passive Optical Connectors, Digital Data Networks (DDN) Business Unit | TE Connectivity
The Opportunity
Join TE Connectivity's innovative Passive Optics organization as a Mechanical Engineer and help design the next generation of precision optical connector systems powering AI and hyperscale computing infrastructure. You'll solve complex mechanical engineering challenges in sub-micron precision design, working with advanced materials to create products that enable the world's most demanding optical interconnect applications.
Why This Role Matters
As AI workloads demand unprecedented reliability and performance, precision mechanical design of optical connectors has become mission-critical. You'll be at the forefront of solving complex mechanical challenges involving metals, plastics, and innovative latching mechanisms that directly enable the optical revolution while advancing TE's leadership in high-performance connectivity solutions.

Job Requirements

Advanced Optical Connector Design & Development

Ganged Blind Mate Systems: Develop innovative fiber optic connectors featuring ganged blind mate ferrule configurations for high-density box-to-box attachment and cable assemblies
Mechanical Float Engineering: Design sophisticated backplane mechanical float systems enabling self-alignment of ganged ferrule arrays during blind mating operations, accounting for manufacturing tolerances
Alignment Architecture: Engineer precision alignment mechanisms for multi-fiber ferrule systems, including guide pin configurations, centering features, and compliance structures for reliable blind mate engagement

Materials & Structural Engineering

Materials Selection: Evaluate and specify advanced metals and engineering plastics for precision optical connector applications with focus on dimensional stability and wear resistance
Compliant Structures: Design innovative compliant mechanisms for connector alignment, engagement, and stress relief while maintaining optical precision
Mechanical Validation: Design and execute comprehensive test protocols for static and dynamic loading, fatigue resistance, and environmental stress validation

Advanced Mechanical Concepts

Latching Mechanisms: Develop innovative latching and retention systems optimized for connector reliability, user experience, and manufacturing efficiency
Strain Relief Design: Engineer strain relief solutions that protect fiber optics under mechanical stress while maintaining connector alignment precision
Load Analysis: Perform static and dynamic stress analysis on connector assemblies, including finite element modeling of complex loading scenarios
Precision Assembly: Design connector systems for automated assembly processes while maintaining sub-micron alignment tolerances

Product Development & Manufacturing

Prototyping: Lead rapid prototyping efforts from concept through production-ready mechanical designs using advanced manufacturing techniques
Testing & Characterization: Develop comprehensive mechanical test methodologies for connector performance, durability, and manufacturing quality control
Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with optical engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and optical performance

What your background should look like

Essential Qualifications

Education: BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related technical field
Experience: 2-5 years in precision mechanical design, preferably in connector or optical systems
Materials Expertise: Hands-on experience with metals and engineering plastics in precision applications
Design Tools: Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, Creo) and finite element analysis tools

Core Technical Competencies

Precision Engineering: Deep understanding of sub-micron tolerancing, statistical tolerance analysis, and precision manufacturing processes
Structural Mechanics: Experience with compliant structures, spring mechanisms, and dynamic loading analysis of small-scale mechanical systems
Materials Science: Understanding of material properties, thermal expansion, creep, and long-term stability of metals and polymers
Testing & Validation: Proficiency with mechanical test equipment, load testing, and statistical quality control methods

Specialized Knowledge Areas

Connector Design: Experience with latching mechanisms, strain relief systems, and connector assembly processes
Static/Dynamic Analysis: Expertise in stress analysis, fatigue life prediction, and mechanical reliability engineering
Manufacturing Processes: Knowledge of injection molding, precision machining, and assembly automation for small-scale components
Quality Systems: Understanding of tolerance control, process capability studies, and Design for Six Sigma methodologies

Professional Skills

Problem Solving: Creative approach to complex mechanical design challenges with systematic engineering methodology
Communication: Ability to present technical concepts to cross-functional teams and document detailed mechanical specifications
Project Management: Experience managing multiple development projects with competing priorities and tight delivery timelines
Continuous Learning: Commitment to staying current with emerging precision manufacturing technologies and connector innovations

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Degree: MS in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
Industry Experience: Background in optical connectors, precision instruments, or telecommunications hardware
Standards Knowledge: Familiarity with connector industry standards (IEC, Telcordia) and environmental testing protocols
Simulation Skills: Experience with ANSYS, COMSOL, or other advanced FEA/simulation software
Patent Experience: Track record of mechanical design innovation and intellectual property development

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

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: $89,600– $134,400 (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.

EOE, Including Disability/Vets

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Job Locations:

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United States

Posting City: #Remote

Job Country: United States

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Requisition ID: 148999

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