Engineering Lead

About the role

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. The High Speed Products Group leads the market for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for Telecom/Datacom applications. We are seeking an Engineering Lead to join our team in Valley Green, PA, to lead mechanical engineering efforts for custom cable assemblies and mechanical sheet metal cartridges that support high speed cable backplane systems enabling AI/ML and datacom innovations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of mechanical engineers in the design, development, and testing of components, hardware, and mechanical systems for custom cable assemblies and mechanical sheet metal cartridges.
• Oversee project timelines, ensuring that milestones and deliverables are met on schedule; communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including signal integrity engineering, product management, and manufacturing, to ensure cohesive product development.
• Develop and implement engineering development processes and best practices to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Manage resource allocation and budgeting for hardware development projects.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Direct the growth plan for the team, including scaling resources to support business growth, taking an active part in the interview and recruitment process, and the onboarding/training of new hires.
• Conduct performance reviews and support the professional growth of team members.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in hardware development, including precision components and/or sheet metal.
• Electrical connectors and cable harnessing experience a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial role within a mechanical development team, ideally within the hardware space.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (Creo).
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.