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Design Engineer

Amphenol CIT
Seattle, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2026
About Amphenol-cit
Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technology (ACIT), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a global leader in designing and manufacturing high-performance interconnect solutions that power the world's most advanced technology. Our broad product portfolio includes high-speed connectors, sockets, power connectors, and cable assemblies that support next-generation data centers, enterprise servers, storage systems, networking equipment, and high-speed computing environments. With a strong global presence in R&D, manufacturing, and sales, ACIT is committed to innovation, quality, and customer success.
WORK LOCATION:
This role is hybrid for candidates residing in the Seattle area and is based out of our Kent, WA office.
Summary
We are seeking an experienced Connector Development Engineer to join our team and contribute to the design and development of next-generation interconnect products. This role will focus on creating advanced connector and cable solutions including signal and power connectors that meet the performance, reliability, and cost demands of leading technology customers worldwide. The ideal candidate will have a background in connector design and development, hands-on engineering experience, and the ability to collaborate across global teams and customer partners.
Essential Job Functions
  • Reviews and documents customer requirements and designs products in compliance with stated requirements, focusing on ease of manufacturing with high reliability.
  • Develop prototypes, oversee testing/qualification, and ensure compliance with industry and customer performance standards.
  • Partner with Manufacturing to address cost reduction, quality improvement, and customer issue resolution.
  • Stay current with technological trends and emerging interconnect solutions including power interconnect innovations to guide future product development.
  • Checks and/ or approves engineering drawings, parts lists, and test sheets
  • Ensures all ECNs are processed efficiently, effectively, and consistently.
  • Correspondence with customers and suppliers as needed to ensure customer satisfaction is maintained
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk and hear; use hands to type/write and arms to reach. Will normally lift 5-10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 3 years of experience in connector and/or cable assembly design and development.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and design skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across global teams.
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling tools (e.g., Creo) and Product Data Management systems (e.g., Windchill) preferred.
  • Proficient in using DFMEA to evaluate and mitigate risks in mechanical assemblies and design analyses.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is performed in a normal office environment with minimal physical risks involved. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY
Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies is dedicated to identifying and reducing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. It is our commitment to comply with all applicable laws and other regulatory requirements concerning the environment. We are committed to preventing pollution and continually improving our environmental performance in all of our global operations. This will be achieved through a comprehensive Environmental Management System that provides the framework for setting and reviewing environmental objectives and targets of Amphenol Cable and Interconnect Technologies.
TRAVEL
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I have read and understand the job description requirements and I am able to accomplish the essential duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.
AMPHENOL CIT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT-WILL." THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.
Amphenol CIT is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. For more information regarding EEOC requirements please visit http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf
Due to the nature of our business, the candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20).
Amphenol CIT participates in the United States Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is a web-based employment eligibility verification system for newly hired employees operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Any candidate that needs an accommodation or assistance with the application process should contact HR at Recruiting-Corp@AMPHENOL-CIT.COM

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