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Development engineer roles in Illinois are concentrated in Chicago's tech and manufacturing corridor, with major employers like Motorola Solutions, Abbott Laboratories, and Caterpillar's technology divisions actively hiring. The state's blend of Fortune 500 headquarters, advanced manufacturing, and a strong engineering talent pipeline from institutions like the University of Illinois makes it a consistent source of visa sponsorship activity.
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Schaumburg, IL
Department:
Engineering
Posted:
5/25/2026
Location Name:
Schaumburg
Wage Max:
140,000.00
Wage Min:
85,000.00
Position Type:
Full Time
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.
Position: Product Development Engineer (Mechanical Design)
Location: Chicago, IL
Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (Mobile Networks, Storage, Servers, Routers, Switches, etc.). Our products help to enable the electronics revolution and remain a key enabler for all the major Tier 1 OEMs globally. We have design, sales, and manufacturing locations globally and are currently seeking a Product Development Engineer to join our High Speed IO Connector team located in Chicago Area, IL.
Responsibilities:
The Product Development Engineer will be responsible for concept generation, design, verification and qualification of High Speed IO products for 112Gb signaling and beyond. The Engineer will ensure that the product design is manufacturable and will meet the defined customer requirements - including electrical, mechanical and environmental requirements. The position provides opportunities for close customer interaction and will work as part of a global cross-functional team. This role will also work closely with internal and external suppliers and manufacturing personnel while supporting the development and validation of product prototypes through pilot production, as well as interfacing with beta-site customers.
- Conceptualize, design, and develop cable assemblies and/or IO connector systems from initial proposal to successful tooling and product qualifications.
- Perform Design FMEA, Tolerance Analysis, Design for Manufacturability, FEA Analysis, and Risk Analysis.
- Work with Marketing and the customer to define customer needs and functional performance requirements. Assess technical risk.
- Work with internal and external (vendor) manufacturing disciplines including Stamping, Plating, Molding, and Assembly to optimize design for production processes.
- Lead product design reviews.
- Verify accuracy of product drawings and ensure proper usage of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
- Work with Materials Engineering to define metal and polymer material choices based on requirements associated with performance, pricing, and global sourcing.
- Present product concepts to customers early in development cycle, interpret feedback, and incorporate any revised requirements into the design.
- Define Product, Application, and Packaging specifications.
- Define verification and product qualification test plans.
- Manage the resolution of first article inspections.
- Work closely with NPI and manufacturing engineering to ensure products are transitioned to the manufacturing.
- Interact with global associates as is needed during product development and provide mentorship as is appropriate.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 1-3 years experience. Familiarity with high speed cable assembly and/or connector design preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in a Mechanical or Electrical discipline, or equivalent engineering course and related work experience.
- Knowledge and experience with design for signal integrity performance is preferred.
- Industry Standards knowledge and experience is a plus.
- Experience and skilled use of Solid Works, FEA simulation software (ANSYS preferred), Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing principles, and Statistical Engineering methods.
- Ability to work effectively within a project team and to direct the activity of others as is needed.
- Ability to communicate well with Global Customers and all levels of the organization including Management, Marketing, Sales, Process Engineering, Test Lab personnel, other Engineers (local and global), and Designers (local and global).
- Ability to prioritize work to meet objectives and to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.
Amphenol is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin. For additional company information please visit our website at https://www.amphenol-cs.com/
Location:
Schaumburg, IL
Department:
Engineering
Posted:
5/25/2026
Location Name:
Schaumburg
Wage Max:
140,000.00
Wage Min:
85,000.00
Position Type:
Full Time
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.
Position: Product Development Engineer (Mechanical Design)
Location: Chicago, IL
Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (Mobile Networks, Storage, Servers, Routers, Switches, etc.). Our products help to enable the electronics revolution and remain a key enabler for all the major Tier 1 OEMs globally. We have design, sales, and manufacturing locations globally and are currently seeking a Product Development Engineer to join our High Speed IO Connector team located in Chicago Area, IL.
Responsibilities:
The Product Development Engineer will be responsible for concept generation, design, verification and qualification of High Speed IO products for 112Gb signaling and beyond. The Engineer will ensure that the product design is manufacturable and will meet the defined customer requirements - including electrical, mechanical and environmental requirements. The position provides opportunities for close customer interaction and will work as part of a global cross-functional team. This role will also work closely with internal and external suppliers and manufacturing personnel while supporting the development and validation of product prototypes through pilot production, as well as interfacing with beta-site customers.
- Conceptualize, design, and develop cable assemblies and/or IO connector systems from initial proposal to successful tooling and product qualifications.
- Perform Design FMEA, Tolerance Analysis, Design for Manufacturability, FEA Analysis, and Risk Analysis.
- Work with Marketing and the customer to define customer needs and functional performance requirements. Assess technical risk.
- Work with internal and external (vendor) manufacturing disciplines including Stamping, Plating, Molding, and Assembly to optimize design for production processes.
- Lead product design reviews.
- Verify accuracy of product drawings and ensure proper usage of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
- Work with Materials Engineering to define metal and polymer material choices based on requirements associated with performance, pricing, and global sourcing.
- Present product concepts to customers early in development cycle, interpret feedback, and incorporate any revised requirements into the design.
- Define Product, Application, and Packaging specifications.
- Define verification and product qualification test plans.
- Manage the resolution of first article inspections.
- Work closely with NPI and manufacturing engineering to ensure products are transitioned to the manufacturing.
- Interact with global associates as is needed during product development and provide mentorship as is appropriate.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 1-3 years experience. Familiarity with high speed cable assembly and/or connector design preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in a Mechanical or Electrical discipline, or equivalent engineering course and related work experience.
- Knowledge and experience with design for signal integrity performance is preferred.
- Industry Standards knowledge and experience is a plus.
- Experience and skilled use of Solid Works, FEA simulation software (ANSYS preferred), Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing principles, and Statistical Engineering methods.
- Ability to work effectively within a project team and to direct the activity of others as is needed.
- Ability to communicate well with Global Customers and all levels of the organization including Management, Marketing, Sales, Process Engineering, Test Lab personnel, other Engineers (local and global), and Designers (local and global).
- Ability to prioritize work to meet objectives and to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
#LI-PG2
Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.
Amphenol is an “Equal Opportunity Employer” - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin. For additional company information please visit our website at https://www.amphenol-cs.com/
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Which companies sponsor visas for development engineers in Illinois?
Several large Illinois-based employers have established track records of sponsoring H-1B visas for development engineers, including Motorola Solutions, Abbott Laboratories, Baxter International, and Caterpillar. Chicago-area technology firms and global consulting companies with Midwest offices, such as Accenture and Deloitte, also regularly file H-1B petitions for development engineering roles. Checking Department of Labor LCA disclosure data confirms which specific employers have filed recently.
Which visa types are most common for development engineer roles in Illinois?
The H-1B is the most common visa category for development engineers in Illinois, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or a related field. L-1B visas are used when engineers transfer from a foreign office of the same company. O-1 visas are an option for engineers with demonstrable extraordinary achievement, though they require substantial supporting documentation.
How to find development engineer visa sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to browse development engineer roles in Illinois without sorting through positions that don't sponsor. You can filter by location to focus on Chicago, Peoria, or other Illinois metros where engineering hiring is concentrated. Migrate Mate is built for international candidates, so every listed role has been identified as open to sponsored applicants.
Which cities in Illinois have the most development engineer sponsorship jobs?
Chicago accounts for the large majority of development engineer sponsorship activity in Illinois, driven by its density of Fortune 500 headquarters, tech companies, and engineering consultancies. Peoria is notable for heavy equipment and manufacturing engineering roles tied to Caterpillar's operations. The Chicagoland suburbs, including Deerfield, Abbott Park, and Schaumburg, are home to major life sciences and electronics employers that regularly hire development engineers.
Are there state-specific factors that affect development engineer visa sponsorship in Illinois?
Illinois employers sponsoring H-1B development engineers must file a Labor Condition Application certifying the offered wage meets the Department of Labor's prevailing wage for the specific role and location. Chicago metro prevailing wages for development engineers tend to be higher than national averages, which affects what employers must commit to paying. The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Illinois Institute of Technology produce significant engineering OPT pipelines, meaning Illinois employers are generally experienced with sponsoring early-career international engineers.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored development engineer jobs in Illinois?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.