Cable Backplane Solutions Architect

Job Overview

High speed cable backplane systems enable most of theworld’s IT and datacom; including leading the way for the AI/ML revolution; andrequire some of the most advanced manufacturing technologies, and highestlevels of precision, in the engineering world. These challenges require themost creative, technical minds, and ultimately provide the most rewardingexperience for an engineer.

Architects are Senior Technical leaders, Leading CustomerPrograms in all aspects from ideation through frozen design and into volumeproduction. They are the design owners internally and in the face of thecustomer. They partner with Program Managers and Product Line Managers toexecute solutions for customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Their customer’s ultimate success depends on the company’sability to solve cutting edge problems in relation to interconnect solutions. Theyvalue their relationships with these companies, and they depend on theirSolutions Architecture team to drive this ongoing partnership and lead thesetechnical conversations.

• Lead the architectural design and technical strategy for customer solutions involving Amphenol Cable Backplane Systems (CBS)
• Define system-level requirements, ensuring high-speed signal integrity, mechanical alignment, thermal efficiency, and scalability.
• Develop technical specifications, schematics, and proof-of-concept models for cable backplane.
• Function as the primary point of contact between the cable cartridge manufacturer and the OEM. 
• Develop a strong understanding of the OEM’s technical requirements, business and technical goals, and challenges.
• Facilitate regular meetings, technical discussions, and program updates with OEM stakeholders.
• Address customer concerns, manage expectations, and ensure alignment between both organizations.
• Provide strategic technical support for the development and implementation of CBS products.
• Prepare materials and lead high-level product presentations to key stakeholders (including executives)
• Provide advanced customer service to solve complex interconnect problems and technical inquiries.
• Devise and implement strategies to differentiate our products and solutions from our competitors.
• Lead efforts to meet and exceed strategic objectives.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide leadership within the CBS front-end engineering team.
• Collaborate with multiple Business Units to ensure seamless integration of CBS products into customer systems.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for CBS products and solutions.
• Participate in industry conferences and seminars to stay updated on the latest advancements.
• Ensure project timelines and deliverables are completed in a timely manner for projects.
• 30%-50% travel will be required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s in either Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

ooAn advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) is highly desirable.

• The role will draw on either your electronic engineering background (signal transmission, EMI/EMC, signal integrity) and/or your mechanical engineering background (materials, tolerance analysis, CAD tools)
• Minimum of 10 years demonstrated experience providing technical guidance on interconnect solutions.
• Deep knowledge of interconnect solutions and how they support the larger system architecture either from working at a connector/cable company, or from working on the customer side.
• Experience with modeling tools and Microsoft Office Products

SKILLS:

• Ability to effectively communicate across the engineering and managerial functions of a business.
• Strong organizational and presentation skills
• High-level customer service and ability to build relationships with customers.
• Expertise with modeling tools (Pro E or SolidWorks) preferred but not a requirement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products