Staff R&D Product Engineer - Cable Assemblies

Job Title: Staff R&D Product Engineer - Cable Assemblies Posting Start Date: 11/4/26 Job Description: Job Overview The Digital Data Networks department is seeking an experienced Staff R&D Product Development Engineer to lead the design and development of high-speed cable assembly solutions. This role is responsible for driving product development from market definition through production release, transforming customer requirements into innovative, cost-effective, and manufacturable solutions. The engineer will collaborate closely with customers, product managers, sales teams, manufacturing, and cross-functional engineering teams to deliver high-quality products that meet customer and business needs. Role and Responsibilities • Lead the development of high-speed cable assembly products from concept through production release. • Gather and translate customer requirements (Voice of Customer) into product concepts and specifications. • Develop technical proposals and engineering solutions for customers. • Create detailed 2D/3D cable assembly designs, cable routing drawings, specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs). • Build and evaluate prototypes, perform validation testing, and drive continuous design improvements. • Complete product qualification activities and finalize product documentation. • Provide technical support to manufacturing, quality, and production teams to ensure successful product launches. • Troubleshoot product issues and manage Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs) and Product Change Notifications (PCNs). • Support customer installations and resolve field-related technical issues. • Develop a strong understanding of customer applications and market needs to deliver effective solutions. • Participate in LEANPD stage-gate development processes, ensuring projects meet cost, quality, and timeline objectives. • Conduct engineering analysis, DFMEA activities, testing, verification, and root cause investigations. • Collaborate with global manufacturing, procurement, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders to achieve technical, quality, and cost targets. • Create and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, design history files, and change notices. Education and Experience • Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering field. • Minimum of 8 years of experience in high-speed cable assembly design and development or related cable assembly engineering. • Experience developing products from concept through qualification, production launch, and lifecycle management. • Experience working with customers and cross-functional teams in a global engineering environment. • Background in Design for Manufacturing (DFM), product qualification, and engineering change management. Skills Required Skills • Strong knowledge of mechanical product design and development, including: • Material selection • Tolerance analysis • DFMEA • Product qualification • Proficiency with 3D CAD design tools such asCreo or SolidWorks. • Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T). • Experience creating and maintaining product specifications and engineering documentation. • Knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, molding, stamping, plating, and assembly. • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions. • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. • Ability to work effectively across global teams and time zones. PreferredSkills • Knowledge of cable assembly materials, industry standards, and product applications. • Experience with quality and reliability tools such as: • FMEA • Six Sigma • DOE • 8D Problem Solving • Strong presentation and customer-facing communication skills. • Ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders. • Excellent project management, organization, and prioritization skills. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. Other Information • Position supports a global customer base and requires collaboration across regions and functions. • Occasional flexibility in working hours may be required to support international teams and customers across multiple time zones. • The role combines product design, customer engagement, technical problem-solving, and manufacturing support throughout the product lifecycle. • Experience with high-speed connectivity, cable assemblies, and data communication applications is highly desirable. COMPENSATION • Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $145,300 - $217,900 (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: Posting City: #Remote Job Country: United States Travel Required: 10% to 25% Requisition ID: 161657 Workplace Type: Remote External Careers Page: Engineering & Technology