Your Job We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of automotive high-speed connectors used in next-generation infotainment, ADAS, and autonomous vehicle platforms. This role requires deep technical knowledge in mechanical design, and high-speed interconnect systems, along with experience in working with OEMs and Tier 1 customers. What You Will Do · 8+ years of experience in connector design and development, with at least 3+ years focused on high-speed automotive connectors. · Strong understanding of electromechanical design, high-speed signal transmission principles, and connector reliability. · Hands on working knowledge on NX/Creo · Familiarity with automotive standards such as USCAR, ISO, LV214, and IPC. · Experience with DVP&R, DFMEA, and APQP/PPAP processes. · Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) · Lead the end-to-end product development of high-speed automotive connectors, including design, simulation, prototyping, and validation. · Drive signal integrity (SI)–focused product design with optimized electrical performance for protocols such as Ethernet, LVDS, SerDes, PCIe, and USB. · Create and manage 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using tools like NX, TeamCenter ensuring compliance with DFM and DFA principles. · Drive mechanical simulations and electrical, including SI analysis, impedance matching, crosstalk analysis, and thermal/stress simulations. · Define and execute Design Verification Plans (DVP&R) and validation testing according to automotive standards (USCAR-2, USCAR-17, LV214, ISO 16750, GMW). · Collaborate with cross-functional teams including signal integrity engineers, materials, testing labs, and manufacturing to ensure robust design. · Interface directly with OEM and Tier-1 customers to define requirements, present technical concepts, and support validation. · Drive evaluation and material selection for RF performance, mechanical strength, thermal behaviour, and long-term reliability. · Contribute to design FMEAs, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. · Work closely with tooling and process engineering to develop cost-effective, scalable manufacturing solutions. · Guide and mentor junior engineers and support global engineering teams in developing high-speed connector platforms. What Will Put You Ahead · Experience with shielded and unshielded twisted pair (STP/UTP) Connector design and automotive Ethernet. · Knowledge of coaxial and hybrid high-speed connector systems. · Understanding of EMI/EMC considerations in automotive interconnects. · Familiarity with PLM systems (e.g., Windchill, Teamcenter). · Exposure to Agile or Stage-Gate product development processes.

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