At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. Job OverviewTE Connectivity's R&D/ Product Development Engineering Teams drive the creation of new products and manage them from initial concept through all development stages - including market definition, design, testing, prototyping, supplier qualification, production ramp‑up, and final release.They create all required product documentation, including digital models, simulations, 2D/3D drawings, specifications, and test requirements, and adapt designs to improve manufacturability and product quality.Their expertise includes materials, mechanics and systems, electrical, optics, chemistry, software, automation systems, packaging, testing and measurement, and the manufacturing and integration of electrical, mechanical, and electronic components.Job RequirementsOwn system architecture for Force Guided Relais and General-Purpose Relays used in industrial applicationsEngage and visit global customers to understand system behavior, modularization levels, and evolving technology needsCombine Technology- and Application-expertise to generate system architecture requirementsEnsure technology and product roadmaps align with customer next‑generation products and short-/long-term technology and market trends (3-5 years)Analyze and weigh primary drivers of TE's product and technology gaps and predict the optimal technical solutionsParticipate and drive standardization activities and help influence industry trends to align with TE's strategyDevelop application whitepapers to support internal teams and customer understandingProvide technical input to the Technology Radar, Product outlooks/ roadmaps and PRDsLead competitive benchmarking and evaluate new product conceptsWhat Your Background Should Look LikeEngineering degree (BSc/ MSc) with 10+ years of relevant experience; MBA or dual business degree is a plus5+ years of experience in system design within the product-line and/ or component-supplier industrySolid system design experience with Force-Guided Relays and General‑Purpose Relays across multiple engineering disciplinesKnowledge on relevant standards (IEC, IEC or the Predecessor EN 50205, IEC, UL61810, IEC, IEC, TÜV requirements for Force-guided RelaysExpertise in Functional Safety and Safety Integrity concepts by understanding ISO and IEC 62061 as well as understanding machine safety and functional safety of machinery requirementsStrong industry network across customers and suppliers; ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams (CTO, Product Management, Business Development, Sales, Standards bodies, etc.)Fluent German & English language skills required; French, Chinese or local language is an advantageAbility to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to diverse internal and external stakeholdersAbility to build strong relationships with external customers and industry leaders as well as internally across all levels, disciplines, and geographiesCompetenciesSET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)About Te ConnectivityTE 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 LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).What Te Connectivity OffersWe are pleased to offer you an exciting total package that can also be flexibly adapted to changing life situations - the well-being of our employees is our top priorityCompetitive Salary PackagePerformance-Based Bonus PlansHealth and Wellness IncentivesEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramCommunity Outreach Programs / Charity EventsEmployee Resource GroupIMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUDTE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. 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