Technical Business Development Manager

MOLEX - CMSBU Networking Division

Technical Business Development Manager

Location: Rochester Hills, MI | Reports To: Sr.

Group Manager, Product Strategy & Transformation
Travel: Up to 25%

Your Job

Help define the future of automotive networking before it reaches the road.

As a Technical Business Development Manager, you will operate at the intersection of automotive OEMs, semiconductor partners, and industry leaders to identify emerging technology opportunities and influence next-generation vehicle architectures.

You will leverage technical expertise and market knowledge to shape Molex strategy, create new growth opportunities, and position Molex solutions early in platform development cycles.

What You Will Do



* Build strategic relationsh ips with automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and semiconductor companies


* Identify new business opportunities aligned to Automotive Ethernet, high-speed connectivity, and software-defined vehicle trends


* Influence early-stage platform and reference design decisions that create long-term growth opportunities for Molex


* Monitor market, technology, and competitive trends and translate insights into actionable business strategies


* Partner with product management, engineering, and commercial teams to define future product direction


* Support development and execution of long-term technology and market roadmaps


* Represent Molex in customer engagements, industry conferences, and standards organizations

Success in This Role



* Molex solutions are designed into next-generation vehicle platforms early in development


* Strategic partnerships drive long-term growth opportunities across the automotive ecosystem


* Product and technology roadmaps align with future market requirements


* Molex is recognized as a trusted innovation partner in automotive networking

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Business, or a related field


* Experience in automotive networking, connectivity, semiconductors, or related technologies


* Experience in business development, product strategy, product management, systems architecture, or technical marketing


* Knowledge of Automotive Ethernet or vehicle networking technologies


* Experience influencing technical and commercial stakeholders across multiple

What Will Put You Ahead



* Advanced degree in Engineering, Business, or a technical discipline


* Experience engaging automotive OEM architecture teams or semiconductor ecosystem partners


* Experience participating in standards bodies such as IEEE or OPEN Alliance


* Experience developing technology roadmaps or product strategies


* Demonstrated thought leadership through publications, speaking engagements, patents, or industry participation

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