Senior Product Design Engineer

Your Job

Molex unites innovation and technology to deliver electronic solutions worldwide.

With operations in over 40 countries, we provide end-to-end products and services across multiple markets, including data communications, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, commercial vehicle, and medical.

As a Senior Connector Design Engineer within the Networking Segment of our Connected Mobility Solutions Business Unit, you will lead the design and development of high-speed connectors and cable assemblies for automotive applications.

You'll combine technical expertise, project management, and global collaboration to bring next-generation connectivity products to market, ensuring they meet performance, cost, and schedule objectives.

What You Will Do



* Lead the end-to-end design and development of automotive high-speed connectors and cable assemblies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.


* Collaborate with global cross-functional teams (signal integrity, manufacturing integration, program management, sales, validation, senior leadership) to align on technical and business goals.


* Conduct feasibility studies, simulations, and testing to validate and refine product designs.


* Partner with manufacturing to select materials and optimize for design-for-manufacturability (DFM), design-for-assembly (DFA), and cost efficiency.


* Create or update detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings.


* Identify and implement innovative solutions that enhance performance, reliability, and quality.


* Engage with customers and suppliers to capture requirements and resolve design challenges.


* Lead design reviews and troubleshoot complex engineering problems.


* Monitor industry trends in high-speed data transmission and automotive connectivity technologies.


* Mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and peer review.


* Prepare and deliver technical reports, proposals, and presentations to stakeholders.


* Support manufacturing and quality teams during product launches; travel to manufacturing sites as needed.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related Engineering discipline


* Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience designing connectors, cable assemblies, or high-speed data solutions for automotive applications


* Advanced CAD proficiency (PTC Creo, CATIA, Siemens NX, SolidWorks; NX preferred)


* Experience designing precision injection-molded plastic parts, stamped & formed terminals


* Familiarity with PLM systems (Teamcenter preferred)


* Proficiency in DFMEA, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and DVP validation


* Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities


* Experience working within a team environment and interfacing with multiple stakeholders


* Knowledge of automotive connector standards and specifications

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