SR R&D/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEER- OPTICS COE

Sr R&D/ Product Development Engineer -

Optics, Fiber Connectivity & Precision Mechanical Systems

Digital Data Networks (DDN) Business Unit | TE Connectivity

Location: Rochester, New York | Hybrid

Engineer the Connectivity Powering AI

TE Connectivity is expanding our Product Development Engineering team in Rochester, New York. We are hiring engineers across multiple career levels to develop the optical connectivity technologies enabling AI, hyperscale data centers, cloud computing, telecommunications, and next-generation digital infrastructure.

This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of optics, precision mechanics, materials, manufacturing, and high-speed communication. You will help turn complex technical challenges into scalable products that move enormous amounts of data faster, more reliably, and at greater density.

Please note: operations are currently based at a temporary site in Webster, NY. The team will transition to a permanent Rochester location (near RIT) upon completion.

What You May Work On

Depending on your expertise, you may contribute to one or more of the following areas:

Free-space optics, expanded-beam, fiber-to-chip, and passive optical systems

Fiber-optic connectors, ferrules, cable assemblies, termination systems, and optical shuffles

Precision opto-mechanical and mechanical components, alignment systems, latches, strain relief, and blind-mate interfaces

Fiber attachment units and interfaces to photonic integrated circuits

Optical coupling, insertion-loss reduction, polarization management, beam alignment, and thermal stability

Fiber routing, bend-radius management, polarity control, polishing, molding, and assembly processes

Advanced polymers, ceramics, metals, adhesives, and other materials used in high-precision optical products

CAD, optical modeling, tolerance analysis, finite element analysis, and design optimization

Rapid prototyping, product testing, reliability validation, automation, and design for manufacturability

Please note: operations are currently based at a temporary site in Webster, NY. The team will transition to a permanent Rochester location (near RIC) upon completion.

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field

Product development experience ranging from early-career through senior technical leadership

Experience in one or more relevant areas, including optics, photonics, fiber optics, opto-mechanics, precision mechanical design, connectors, cable assemblies, communication systems, or data-center hardware

Ability to apply structured engineering methods to complex, multidisciplinary problems

Experience with relevant design, simulation, laboratory, test, or data-analysis tools

Understanding of product development, prototyping, verification, reliability, and manufacturing processes

Strong collaboration, technical communication, and problem-solving skill

Experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, Creo) and finite element analysis tools

Experience with optical test equipment, Zemax or similar optical software, ANSYS, COMSOL, MATLAB, Python, precision manufacturing, injection molding, machining, fiber polishing, assembly automation, or industry standards is beneficial but not required for every position.

SET: Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

COMPENSATION

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $115,400 – $173,100 (subject to change dependent on physical location)

Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.

Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits