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TE Connectivity hires R&D Engineers across connector systems, sensors, and advanced materials for industries like automotive, aerospace, and industrial automation. The company has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for engineering talent, making it a realistic target for international candidates with relevant technical backgrounds.
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We are seeking a senior research and development engineer with experience in product and process design and process optimization for interventional medical devices. This position within the Advanced Engineering Department requires a broad range of R&D skills in a fast-paced dynamic environment. In working on exciting prototyping and advanced engineering projects, the candidate will have the opportunity to engage with other cross-functional team members towards bringing a product from concept through to commercialization. Based out of our Trenton Lane Minnesota medical facility, the candidate will report to the Sr R&D Engineering Manager.
TE Connectivity’s Advanced Engineering Teams are responsible for early-stage next generation product and process development of minimally invasive catheter products, working closely with the customer to develop working proof-of-concepts.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Innovation: Support iterative design builds using both conventional and next-generation equipment, contributing to the development of new technologies, methodologies, and solutions to meet business goals.
- Customer engagement: Build a partnership with customers and support technical content during customer calls and visits.
- Supplier engagement: Partner with external suppliers and vendors, and internal cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver project goals.
- Troubleshooting: Independent and collaborative problem solving to address technical issues during feasibility and development providing solutions to design and process challenges.
- Process development: Be an integral part of the team tasked with the development of catheter shafts from concept through to new product development project transfer.
- Prototype development and lab maintenance: Design and build of catheter-based prototype products for customers and maintain lab documentation and processes.
- Strong design and technical ability based on knowledge of fundamental engineering principles.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Hands-on experience with key catheter shaft manufacturing techniques – Braiding, coiling, reflow, thermal and adhesive bonding. Integration of electrical components is an advantage. Experience with laser cutting and welding of metal components is an advantage. Candidate should have a comfort level building catheters that allows them to provide guidance to technicians and junior engineers in standard processes.
- Experience with fixture design and design for manufacturability.
- Understanding of inspection processes and test method development, and ability to generate inspection reports.
- Working knowledge of biocompatible metal and/or polymer materials. Polymer materials science background is an advantage.
- Strong communication skills including verbal and documentation. Candidate will communicate directly with customers as well as with internal cross-functional teams across the globe.
- Ability to work with a team and carry out actions in accordance with the project plan and deliver projects through key milestone phases and associated activities. Experience with a product development stage gate process is an advantage.
- Management of prototype lab responsibilities including ability to review incoming project opportunities and assess for material and process needs, sourcing of materials, upkeep of documentation, coordination with other sites and resource planning.
- Experience with engineering tools such as 3D CAD software, DOEs, Minitab, G-coding, Six-Sigma is an advantage.
- Occasional availability to participate in limited travelling to meet with customers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS in Engineering or equivalent degree.
- 5+ years industry experience, ideally in a Medical R&D environment.
COMPETENCIES
SET: Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)
COMPENSATION
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $115,400-$173,100 (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
BENEFITS
- A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD
TE 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. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.
LOCATION
Job Locations:
Posting City: Plymouth
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Requisition ID: 149927
Workplace Type: Onsite
External Careers Page: Engineering & Technology
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a senior research and development engineer with experience in product and process design and process optimization for interventional medical devices. This position within the Advanced Engineering Department requires a broad range of R&D skills in a fast-paced dynamic environment. In working on exciting prototyping and advanced engineering projects, the candidate will have the opportunity to engage with other cross-functional team members towards bringing a product from concept through to commercialization. Based out of our Trenton Lane Minnesota medical facility, the candidate will report to the Sr R&D Engineering Manager.
TE Connectivity’s Advanced Engineering Teams are responsible for early-stage next generation product and process development of minimally invasive catheter products, working closely with the customer to develop working proof-of-concepts.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Innovation: Support iterative design builds using both conventional and next-generation equipment, contributing to the development of new technologies, methodologies, and solutions to meet business goals.
- Customer engagement: Build a partnership with customers and support technical content during customer calls and visits.
- Supplier engagement: Partner with external suppliers and vendors, and internal cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver project goals.
- Troubleshooting: Independent and collaborative problem solving to address technical issues during feasibility and development providing solutions to design and process challenges.
- Process development: Be an integral part of the team tasked with the development of catheter shafts from concept through to new product development project transfer.
- Prototype development and lab maintenance: Design and build of catheter-based prototype products for customers and maintain lab documentation and processes.
- Strong design and technical ability based on knowledge of fundamental engineering principles.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Hands-on experience with key catheter shaft manufacturing techniques – Braiding, coiling, reflow, thermal and adhesive bonding. Integration of electrical components is an advantage. Experience with laser cutting and welding of metal components is an advantage. Candidate should have a comfort level building catheters that allows them to provide guidance to technicians and junior engineers in standard processes.
- Experience with fixture design and design for manufacturability.
- Understanding of inspection processes and test method development, and ability to generate inspection reports.
- Working knowledge of biocompatible metal and/or polymer materials. Polymer materials science background is an advantage.
- Strong communication skills including verbal and documentation. Candidate will communicate directly with customers as well as with internal cross-functional teams across the globe.
- Ability to work with a team and carry out actions in accordance with the project plan and deliver projects through key milestone phases and associated activities. Experience with a product development stage gate process is an advantage.
- Management of prototype lab responsibilities including ability to review incoming project opportunities and assess for material and process needs, sourcing of materials, upkeep of documentation, coordination with other sites and resource planning.
- Experience with engineering tools such as 3D CAD software, DOEs, Minitab, G-coding, Six-Sigma is an advantage.
- Occasional availability to participate in limited travelling to meet with customers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS in Engineering or equivalent degree.
- 5+ years industry experience, ideally in a Medical R&D environment.
COMPETENCIES
SET: Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)
COMPENSATION
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $115,400-$173,100 (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
BENEFITS
- A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD
TE 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. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.
LOCATION
Job Locations:
Posting City: Plymouth
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Requisition ID: 149927
Workplace Type: Onsite
External Careers Page: Engineering & Technology
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Align your portfolio to TE's core verticals
TE Connectivity's R&D roles concentrate on interconnect systems, sensor technologies, and harsh-environment materials. Tailor your project portfolio and resume to show hands-on experience in at least one of these verticals before applying.
Target roles with specialty occupation clarity
For H-1B sponsorship, your R&D Engineer role must qualify as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards. Roles requiring a specific engineering degree field, like electrical, mechanical, or materials science, have stronger approval odds than broadly scoped positions.
Confirm CPT or OPT eligibility before your first interview
TE Connectivity does hire F-1 students through internship and co-op pipelines. If you're on OPT or CPT, confirm your authorization dates and STEM OPT extension eligibility before your interview so the recruiter can assess your timeline accurately.
Search TE Connectivity openings through Migrate Mate
R&D Engineer roles at TE Connectivity that include visa sponsorship aren't always easy to filter out from general job boards. Use Migrate Mate to browse confirmed sponsorship-eligible postings and find openings matched to your visa situation.
Prepare for a multi-round technical hiring process
TE Connectivity's engineering interview process typically includes technical screens covering materials properties, circuit fundamentals, or product validation, depending on the sub-team. Arriving prepared for domain-specific problems signals the level of specialization their R&D teams expect.
Understand the PERM timeline if targeting a Green Card
If TE Connectivity offers EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship, the DOL PERM labor certification process runs independently from your H-1B status. Starting PERM early matters if your priority date queue is long, particularly for applicants born in India or China.
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Does TE Connectivity sponsor H-1B visas for R&D Engineers?
Yes, TE Connectivity sponsors H-1B visas for R&D Engineer roles. These positions typically qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS criteria because they require a specific technical degree in fields like electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or materials science. Your best path is applying to open roles directly and confirming sponsorship eligibility during the recruiter screening call.
How do I apply for R&D Engineer jobs at TE Connectivity?
Applications go through TE Connectivity's careers portal, where you can filter by engineering function and location. Roles are posted across multiple U.S. sites including facilities in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and California. Migrate Mate also lists confirmed sponsorship-eligible R&D Engineer openings at TE Connectivity, which makes it easier to identify positions matched to your visa type without manually checking each posting.
Which visa types does TE Connectivity commonly use for R&D Engineer roles?
TE Connectivity sponsors several visa categories for R&D engineering talent. H-1B is the most common pathway for full-time hires. The company also works with F-1 OPT and CPT for students and recent graduates, TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles, and J-1 for certain research-focused positions. Green Card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is available for longer-tenured employees.
What qualifications does TE Connectivity expect for R&D Engineer roles?
Most R&D Engineer postings at TE Connectivity require a bachelor's degree at minimum in electrical, mechanical, materials science, or a closely related engineering discipline, with a master's degree preferred for senior research positions. Hands-on experience with product development, testing, or materials characterization in electronics or hardware environments strengthens your application significantly. Domain experience in automotive, aerospace, or industrial connectivity systems is a recurring requirement across their engineering teams.
How do I plan my visa timeline when applying to TE Connectivity R&D roles?
If you're targeting an H-1B, TE Connectivity would need to file your petition in April for an October 1 start date, assuming you clear the lottery. If you're on STEM OPT, your 24-month extension can bridge the gap. For candidates already on H-1B with another employer, TE Connectivity can file an H-1B transfer, letting you start work as soon as USCIS issues a receipt notice under portability rules.
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