TE Connectivity · 1 month ago
SR MGR R&D/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEERING- ME COE
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
12+ years expTE Connectivity is a global leader in connectivity and sensor solutions, and they are seeking a Senior Manager of the Mechanical Center of Excellence (ME COE) to lead a team focused on advanced mechanical engineering capabilities. This role involves defining strategic initiatives across mechanical design, simulation, and manufacturability for next-generation systems used in AI data centers and cloud infrastructure.
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Responsibilities
Define the vision, roadmap, and charter for the ME COE in alignment with the CTO organization’s strategic objectives
Lead a global team of mechanical engineers, simulation experts, and reliability specialists focused on innovation, platform development, and design enablement
Oversee the deployment of advanced FEA and CFD methodologies—covering both implicit and explicit approaches—for thermomechanical, structural, and dynamic analysis
Champion the translation of complex product requirements into simulation-ready models using tools such as Ansys Workbench, LS-DYNA, HyperMesh, Simufact, and Digimat
Establish and drive mechanical design standards, review protocols, and platform-based architecture for high-speed connectors and system-level assemblies
Collaborate with Advanced Manufacturing Process (AMP), Advanced Development Team (ADT), Product Development, and System Architecture teams to co-optimize mechanical designs for manufacturability, scalability, and reliability
Guide material selection and evaluation efforts, focusing on high-performance polymers, composites, thermal interface materials, and emerging joining techniques
Support rapid prototyping, tooling engagement, and design-for-manufacture efforts from early-stage concept through production readiness
Lead root cause analysis efforts and define test strategies for mechanical robustness including thermal cycling, vibration, shock, and fatigue
Develop internal communities of practice, training programs, and knowledge-sharing platforms to elevate mechanical expertise across TE
Represent TE in internal strategy reviews and external technical forums to influence mechanical design direction and industry standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
12+ years of engineering experience in interconnects, electronics, or high-reliability systems, including 5+ years in a leadership or functional management role
Proven track record of leading mechanical engineering organizations, driving cross-functional alignment, and delivering innovation at scale
Deep knowledge of mechanical simulation, including expertise in FEA, CFD, and multi-physics tools such as Ansys, LS-DYNA, HyperMesh, Simufact, and Digimat
Strong background in DFM/DFA, tolerance stack-up, and transitioning designs into high-volume manufacturing
Experience with material selection, mechanical architecture development, and platform reuse strategies
Excellent problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, and technical decision-making skills
Demonstrated ability to build and mentor high-performing technical teams across geographies
Familiarity with reliability engineering practices and validation methodologies for mechanical performance
Effective communicator with experience presenting to executive audiences and collaborating across matrixed organizations
Preferred
Ph.D. in Engineering or equivalent
Experience with micro-mechanics, co-packaged optics, or liquid cooling solutions
Familiarity with data analytics, Six Sigma methodologies, or AI-driven simulation optimization
Experience working on system-level hardware such as AI servers, switches, or RF modules
Patent filings or published research in mechanical design, thermal management, or materials
Experience managing cross-functional or global engineering projects
Company
TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity provides and markets engineered electronic components, network solutions, and specialty products.
10001+ employees
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$3.1B2025-04-29Post Ipo Debt· $1.47B
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Terrence R. Curtin
Chief Executive Officer
Heath A. Mitts
Chief Financial Officer
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