Advanced Materials and Technology Engineer

Location:

Etters, PA

Advanced Materials & Technology Engineer

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. Amphenol Corporation is one of the world’s largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales.

We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.

• Evaluate and assess new materials (polymers, metals, coatings, composites, etc.) and processes to support Amphenol's technology roadmap.
• Conduct lab- and pilot-scale experiments to prototype and validate emerging technologies and their processes for next generation designs.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for product and process issues involving materials.
• Support material characterization, reliability testing, and performance benchmarking.
• Collaborate with Development, NPI, Signal and Mechanical Integrity teams to identify material challenges and translate findings into manufacturable solutions.
• Engage in early-stage concept development to capture design needs, customer requirements, and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Interface with suppliers, research labs, and universities to assess emerging material and process technologies.
• Document technical findings, prepare reports, and communicate recommendations to stakeholders in a detailed manner.
• Support technology transfer and scale-up of validated processes to manufacturing teams.
• Support development and validation of product design with flow simulations using Moldflow, Moldex 3D or Sigmasoft.

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline (Master's or PhD preferred).
• 5+ years of industry experience in materials development, materials engineering, or advanced manufacturing, with hands‑on experience working with both polymer/plastic materials and metallic materials (preferably within the electronics, connector, interconnect, or metal manufacturing industries).
• Demonstrated experience in material selection, processing, characterization, and performance evaluation of polymers, engineering plastics, metal alloys, coatings, and surface treatment technologies.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes related to both plastics and metals, including injection molding, metal forming, stamping, plating, coatings, and assembly technologies.
• Experience with solid modeling tools - Creo and/or Solid Works and/or NX.
• Proficiency in polymer flow software like Moldflow, Sigmasoft and/or Moldex 3D a plus.
• Experience with data analysis software, MS Excel, Matlab, Minitab and/or Origin.
• Hands‑on experience with materials characterization techniques (e.g., SEM, DSC, TGA, DMA, FTIR, mechanical testing).
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills with ability to link material properties to performance.
• Curiosity‑driven mindset with a passion for innovation and emerging technologies.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, plating, coatings, adhesives, composites) a plus.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and communicate technical findings to both engineering and non‑technical stakeholders.

Amphenol is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" – Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin.