Product Development / Mechanical Design Engineer - High Speed Connectors

Amphenol HSIO • Nashua, NH

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About The Position

Amphenol High Speed Products Group is seeking a product development engineer to lead the design and development of high-speed I/O connectors. The role is focused on advancing connectivity solutions for next-generation AI/ML platforms and high-bandwidth data center applications. The engineer will serve as the technical owner for a specific form factor, driving innovation, customer engagement, and cross-functional execution. The position is located in Nashua, New Hampshire.

The engineer will lead connector concept development, design, qualification, testing, and validation, and manage development projects from concept through production. The role also involves close collaboration with customers and internal teams to translate requirements into designs and support product introduction and manufacturing transition.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in connector or high-speed product development.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Creo and simulation software such as ANSYS.
• Strong understanding of signal integrity, EMI/EMC, and thermal management.
• Experience with materials and manufacturing processes including stamping, plating, molding, and assembly.
• Excellent communication skills with global teams and customers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead concept generation, design, and qualification of high-speed I/O connectors for 112Gb+ signaling.
• Develop connectors for AI/ML workloads, emphasizing signal integrity, mechanical robustness, and thermal efficiency.
• Apply design techniques for low latency, high-density packaging, and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system-level integration and compliance with industry standards such as OSFP, QSFP-DD, and PCIe.
• Define and execute testing protocols for electrical, mechanical, and environmental performance.
• Perform Design FMEA, tolerance analysis, design for manufacturability (DFM), FEA, and risk analysis.
• Work with internal labs and external partners to validate performance in real-world environments.
• Manage development projects from concept through production, including timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination.
• Maintain documentation and communication across engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and transition to manufacturing.
• Act as the primary technical interface for customer engagements.
• Translate customer requirements into design goals and support design reviews, prototyping, and field validation.
• Present product concepts early in development and incorporate feedback into design iterations.

Benefits

• Opportunity for career growth within a global organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior