System Architect (m/f/d) Deutschland Remote

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TE Connectivity is seeking a System Architect (m/f/d) for Deutschland Remote to own the system architecture for Force Guided Relays and General-Purpose Relays in industrial applications, engage global customers to understand needs and evolving technology, and align roadmaps with 3 to 5 year trends. You will drive standardization, develop application whitepapers, contribute to the Technology Radar and product roadmaps, and lead competitive benchmarking. The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree with 10+ years in system design and 5+ years in related domains, deep expertise with relevant relays and standards (IEC 61810-1/3, EN 50205, 60947-5-1; ISO 13849-1; IEC 62061), fluent German and English, and a broad professional network. Tips for applicants: tailor your CV to showcase architecture projects, customer impact, roadmaps and cross functional collaboration; include concrete whitepapers or roadmaps and apply only via TE careers site with genuine @te.com communications.

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At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. 

Job Overview

TE Connectivity’s R&D/ Product Development Engineering Teams drive the creation of new products and manage them from initial concept through all development stages - including market definition, design, testing, prototyping, supplier qualification, production ramp‑up, and final release.

They create all required product documentation, including digital models, simulations, 2D/3D drawings, specifications, and test requirements, and adapt designs to improve manufacturability and product quality.

Their expertise includes materials, mechanics and systems, electrical, optics, chemistry, software, automation systems, packaging, testing and measurement, and the manufacturing and integration of electrical, mechanical, and electronic components.

Job Requirements

• Own system architecture for Force Guided Relais and General-Purpose Relays used in industrial applications
• Engage and visit global customers to understand system behavior, modularization levels, and evolving technology needs
• Combine Technology- and Application-expertise to generate system architecture requirements
• Ensure technology and product roadmaps align with customer next‑generation products and short-/long-term technology and market trends (3-5 years)
• Analyze and weigh primary drivers of TE’s product and technology gaps and predict the optimal technical solutions
• Participate and drive standardization activities and help influence industry trends to align with TE’s strategy
• Develop application whitepapers to support internal teams and customer understanding
• Provide technical input to the Technology Radar, Product outlooks/ roadmaps and PRDs
• Lead competitive benchmarking and evaluate new product concepts

 

What your background should look like

• Engineering degree (BSc/ MSc) with 10+ years of relevant experience; MBA or dual business degree is a plus
• 5+ years of experience in system design within the product-line and/ or component-supplier industry
• Solid system design experience with Force-Guided Relays and General‑Purpose Relays across multiple engineering disciplines
• Knowledge on relevant standards (IEC 61810-1, IEC 61810-3 or the Predecessor EN 50205, IEC 60947-5-1, UL61810, IEC 60664-1, IEC 60335-1), TÜV requirements for Force-guided Relays
• Expertise in Functional Safety and Safety Integrity concepts by understanding ISO 13849-1 and IEC 62061 as well as understanding machine safety and functional safety of machinery requirements
• Strong industry network across customers and suppliers; ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams (CTO, Product Management, Business Development, Sales, Standards bodies, etc.)
• Fluent German & English language skills required; French, Chinese or local language is an advantage
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to build strong relationships with external customers and industry leaders as well as internally across all levels, disciplines, and geographies

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!

•    Competitive Salary Package
•    Performance-Based Bonus Plans
•    Health and Wellness Incentives
•    Employee Stock Purchase Program
•    Community Outreach Programs / Charity Events
•    Employee Resource Group

 

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