Senior Product Engineer - Fine-Pitch Board Connectors (m/f/d)

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TE Connectivity in Adelberg, Germany is hiring a Senior Product Development Engineer for fine-pitch board connectors, targeting board-to-board and wire-to-board solutions for Automation Controls and Battery Electric Storage Systems (BESS). The role blends advanced product development with NPI and sustaining support, leading concept development, DVT, DFM, and cross-functional programs from concept to production release, with regular customer interaction. Key requirements include a technical degree, several years in connector product development, deep knowledge of fine-pitch technology and automotive processes, CAD/PLM proficiency, and strong leadership and project management. To apply, tailor your PRD driven experience, quantify impact, highlight customer outcomes, and submit via TE’s official careers site, avoiding any non official channels.

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Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Adelberg facility is seeking an experienced Senior Product Development Engineer (m/f/d) to drive innovative and differentiated fine-pitch connector developments within our board connector portfolio. This role combines cutting-edge product development with extension NPI activities and sustaining support, focusing on breakthrough solutions for Automation Controls and Battery Electric Storage Systems (BESS) applications that address critical customer pain points and enable simplified assembly operations. 

This position is based in Adelberg, Germany, and requires close collaboration with global engineering teams, manufacturing operations, and customer technical organizations. The role involves both independent technical work and cross-functional project leadership with regular customer interaction for technical support and development activities. 

Job Requirements

• Lead innovative fine-pitch connector concept development targeting board-to-board and wire-to-board applications in Automation Controls and Battery Electric Storage Systems (BESS)
• Design and develop differentiated connector solutions that address customer assembly challenges and manufacturing pain points
• Create concept evaluation parts while adhering to Product Requirements Document (PRD) specifications and manufacturing constraints 
• Drive iterative design processes through prototyping, testing, and continuous improvement cycles to achieve optimal product performance
• Lead extension NPI development programs from concept through production release
• Execute design verification testing (DVT) and validation activities for new connector platforms
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Development Engineering to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) principles are incorporated throughout development
• Support the existing fine-pitch board connector portfolio, including performance optimization, ECRs, troubleshooting, failure analysis, and VAVE initiatives
• Partner cross‑functionally with Quality, Process Development, and Procurement on FMEA activities, risk mitigation, and supplier qualification second source development activities 

What your background should look like

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline
• Several years of progressive experience in product development engineering, preferably in the connector industry
• Strong background in fine‑pitch connector technology, high‑density interconnects, and relevant automotive processes (APQP, PPAP, TS16949)
• Deep understanding of connector design principles including contact physics, material selection, and environmental performance requirements
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including stamping, injection molding, plating, and assembly operations
• Proficiency in CAD tools (Pro/E, SolidWorks), PLM systems, and understanding of signal integrity principles and high-speed digital applications in industrial environments
• Understanding of Automation Controls applications including PLC interfaces, sensor connectivity, and industrial communication protocols
• Knowledge of Battery Electric Storage Systems (BESS) requirements including power management, thermal considerations, and safety standards
• Strong technical leadership, analytical problem‑solving skills, and ability to translate customer needs into technical requirements
• Excellent project management and communication skills, including validation/testing experience, relevant connector norms and standards in Industrial and Automotive landscape and knowledge of regulatory/product compliance/quality standards 

Competencies

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

WHAT TE CONNECTIVITY OFFERS:
We are pleased to offer you an exciting total package that can also be flexibly adapted to changing life situations - the well-being of our employees is our top priority!

• Unlimited contract opportunity
• Pleasant working environment fostering teamwork
• Open and dynamic company culture
• Extensive training initiatives and growth opportunities
• Competitive salary package
• Comprehensive benefits including Group insurance, Hospitalization insurance, Meal vouchers etc.
•  Convenient location at E40 and E403 motorway intersection
• Join a certified "TOP EMPLOYER" in a modern "FACTORY OF THE FUTURE" 

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