SCIENTIST II

SCIENTIST II

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Start Date:

6/26/26

** At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.*
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Job Description:

** Job Overview*
* The Corporate Technology Center (CTC) Analytical group at TE Connectivity is seeking a Material Scientist II to support advanced materials characterization, root cause analysis, and R&D initiatives. This role partners closely with global business units to solve complex material challenges and enable new product and process development.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on laboratory professional with strong expertise in polymer/material science and analytical techniques, capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

** Key Responsibilities*
* -    Perform advanced material characterization using techniques such as SEM/EDS, XRF, FTIR, Raman, TGA, DSC, DMA, and Rheology (rotational and capillary).

-    Design and execute experiments to support R&D and business unit projects.

-    Conduct root cause analysis of material and processing issues.

-    Analyze and interpret experimental data; prepare comprehensive technical reports with clear conclusions.

-    Develop, validate, and document test methods, protocols, and SOPs.

-    Communicate effectively with internal customers regarding project scope, test plans, and results.

-    Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation; coordinate with vendors as needed.

-    Document and upload results into centralized databases.

-    Provide technical consultation on material selection, formulation, and processing.

-    Conduct literature reviews and support technology scouting activities.

** Required Qualifications*
* -    Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of relevant industry experience, or a Master's degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Plastics Engineering, or a related field

-    Strong understanding of polymeric materials, material properties, and structure-property relationships

-    Knowledge of analytical techniques in rheology, spectroscopy, thermal analysis, and microscopy

** Preferred Qualifications*
* -    Hands-on experience with SEM/EDS, FTIR, DMA, Rheology, TGA, DSC, FTIR, XRF, Raman, and/or GC-MS

-    Experience in failure analysis and root cause investigation

-    Familiarity with material formulation and processing techniques

** Key Competencies*
* -    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

-    Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

-    Self-motivated with ability to work independently

-    Effective communication and technical writing skills

-    Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset

-    Innovative and willing to explore new ideas in a lab environment

-    Hands-on laboratory role requiring regular use of analytical instrumentation

-    Interaction with cross-functional and global teams

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** Competencies*
* Values:
Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

** ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY*
* TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at  and on Linked In () ,Facebook () ,WeChat, ()  Instagram andX (formerly Twitter). ()

** COMPENSATION*
* -    Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $,800 (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

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