Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world’s largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.
Position Summary: Senior Development Engineer – Advanced Joints and Bonding Engineer
Location: Nashua, NH
Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (Mobile Networks, Storage, Servers, Routers, Switches, etc.). Our products help to enable the electronics revolution and remain a key enabler for all the major Tier 1 OEM’s globally. Our global headquarters are located in Nashua, NH and we have design, sales and manufacturing locations globally
We are currently seeking a Senior Development Engineer – Advanced Joint and Bonding to join the team.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a Senior Development Engineer- Joining and Bonding you will research and develop methods, technologies and processes meant to Identify and develop alternative joining methods for foils or overwraps in interconnect constructions.
- Evaluate and down-select technologies such as welding, Laser / thermal bonding, induction sealing and others
- Design and execute rigorous experimental programs (DOE, accelerated aging, thermal cycling, adhesion and interface testing) to identify root causes of high-temperature failures and down-select robust solutions with proven reliability margins.
- Translate research outcomes into manufacturable solutions by defining viable application and cure concepts, process windows, risk profiles, and scale-up paths in collaboration with suppliers, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or Plastics Engineering
- 5+ years’ experience in thin adhesives or coatings deposition (tapes, wraps, foil experience preferred)
- Strong knowledge of:
- High-temperature adhesive systems (silicone, epoxy, acrylic, etc.)
- Pressure-sensitive vs thermoset adhesives
- Adhesion to metal foils and polymer substrates
- Micro welding or delivers background with bonding and joining materials
- Hands-on experience with materials characterization techniques (e.g., peel & shear testing, DSC, TGA, DMA, FTIR, mechanical testing and environmental testing).
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with ability to link material properties to performance.
- Ultrasonic or laser welding
- Thermal bonding / sealing
- Metal forming or mechanical joining
- Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate technical findings to both engineering and non-technical stakeholders.
- Curiosity-driven mindset with a passion for innovation and emerging technologies
- Experience with data analysis software, MS Excel, MATLAB, Minitab and/or Origin
Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.
Amphenol is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin. For additional company information please visit our website at https://www.amphenol-cs.com/