Power Connector Engineer - Front Design

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About the Job

Signal & Strand is partnering with a global leader in interconnect solutions to identify a Power Connector Engineer focused on front-end design and customer engagement. This role sits at the intersection of product design and field application engineering, working closely with customers to translate requirements into high-performance power connector solutions.

This is an opportunity to play a critical role in next-generation applications across electric vehicles and data center infrastructure.

The Mandate

• Own front-end design and technical engagement for power connector products
• Bridge product development and customer application needs through hands-on engineering support
• Drive design optimization through simulation, analysis, and real-world feedback
• Act as a key technical partner to both internal teams and external customers

Key Responsibilities

• Design and refine power connector solutions using 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks
• Perform CAE and FEA simulations to evaluate and optimize electrical, thermal, and mechanical performance
• Serve as the primary technical interface for customers, supporting solution development and requirement alignment
• Partner with sales and field engineering teams to provide technical guidance and application support
• Participate in design reviews to ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry standards
• Contribute to tolerance analysis using GD&T principles to ensure manufacturability and performance

Ideal Profile

• Background as a Connector Design Engineer, Field Application Engineer, or Systems Engineer within a connector manufacturer or relevant end-market
• Proven experience working across both product design and customer-facing environments
• Track record of contributing to or leading power connector programs from concept through customer adoption
• Hands-on experience with high-current or high-voltage connector design, including thermal management challenges
• Familiarity with EV or data center applications is strongly preferred
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD tools
• Experience with CAE and FEA simulation methods
• Strong understanding of GD&T and tolerance analysis
• Fluent in Chinese with professional English proficiency for technical communication

Location & Work Model

• Location flexible depending on business needs
• On-site or hybrid expectations aligned with customer engagement requirements
• Domestic and International Travel is Required

Compensation

• $80,000 to $110,000 base salary + Bonus
• Compensation is benchmarked internally and remains flexible based on experience and qualifications

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We comply fully with the provisions of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.