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Illinois is one of the Midwest's strongest markets for electronics H-1B visa sponsorship, anchored by major employers like Motorola Solutions, Zebra Technologies, and Abbott Laboratories in the Chicago metro area. Rockford and the I-88 technology corridor also support hardware and semiconductor roles. Illinois-based sponsors regularly file H-1B petitions for electrical engineers, hardware designers, and embedded systems specialists.
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Schaumburg, IL
Department:
Engineering
Posted:
7/20/2026
Location Name:
HSIO-Schaumburg
Wage Max:
180,000.00
Wage Min:
150,000.00
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.
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.
Engineering Manager – HSIO Connectors
As an Engineering Manager reporting to the Director of Engineering, you will be leading the design, qualification, and global launch of next-generation High-Speed I/O (HSIO) connector products. This is a highly visible leadership role where you will guide a global engineering organization, partner closely with customers and sales, and take full ownership of innovative products from concept through production. The position will be located in Schaumburg, IL.
If you thrive at the intersection of technical leadership, people development, and product innovation, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to grow both a business-critical product family and your own leadership career.
What You’ll Do
Lead & Inspire Engineering Excellence
- Provide technical leadership and strategic direction to a global HSIO connectors engineering team and local test laboratory.
- Mentor, coach, and develop engineering talent to build a high-performing, collaborative, and growth-oriented team.
- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Drive Product Development from Concept to Launch
- Lead the design, prototyping, qualification, and successful launch of new HSIO connector products.
- Own end-to-end project execution, ensuring milestones, timelines, and customer commitments are consistently achieved.
- Collaborate closely with Design, NPI, Operations, and Manufacturing teams—particularly with partners in China—to transition products smoothly into production.
Own Technical Integrity & Quality
- Approve and manage engineering deliverables including drawings, BOMs, and item masters.
- Perform and review mechanical simulations, FEA, and tolerance analyses to ensure robust, manufacturable designs.
- Resolve engineering, design, and production-related challenges efficiently and decisively.
- Ensure all designs meet cost, performance, reliability, and manufacturability targets to win new business.
Partner with Customers & Stakeholders
- Engage directly with customers and Sales to define product roadmaps, technical requirements, and delivery timelines.
- Support marketing and engineering proposal development.
- Present technical concepts clearly and confidently to internal stakeholders and external customers.
- Provide monthly project status reports to management with clear recommendations and risk mitigation plans.
Why This Role Is Exciting
- True Product Ownership: Build and grow a family of cutting-edge HSIO connector products from concept to market success.
- Leadership Growth: Expand your people-management and strategic leadership capabilities with increasing responsibility.
- Global Impact: Work with international teams, customers, and manufacturing partners.
- Visibility & Influence: Collaborate closely with leadership, sales, and customers on roadmap-defining products.
- Travel Opportunities: Visit customers, attend trade shows, and engage directly with manufacturing facilities.
Qualifications
Education & Experience (Must Have)
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
- 10 to 15+ years of progressive engineering experience.
- 5 to 10+ years of project and/or people management experience.
- Working with global teams, customers, and manufacturing partners is required.
Technical Expertise (Must Have)
- Strong experience with 3D CAD systems (SolidWorks).
- Deep knowledge of connector design or small mechanical/electrical components.
- Hands-on expertise in:
- Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
- Metal stamping, injection molding, insert molding, and automated processes
- Tolerance analysis and FEA simulation/modeling
- Working knowledge of industry form factors: SFP, QSFP, QSFP-DD, OSFP.
- Familiarity with standard connector testing procedures and industry best practices.
Leadership & Collaboration (Must Have)
- Strong ability to coordinate and influence global, cross-functional teams.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a calm, structured approach under pressure.
- Exceptional communication, presentation and leadership skills.
Key Skills & Attributes
- Strong facilitation, collaboration, and team-building capabilities.
- System-level thinker with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple parallel programs in a fast-paced environment.
- Structured, disciplined approach to engineering development processes.
- Confident communicator who can translate complex technical concepts into clear messages.
- Passionate about mentoring engineers and building a high-performance technical culture.
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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:
7/20/2026
Location Name:
HSIO-Schaumburg
Wage Max:
180,000.00
Wage Min:
150,000.00
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.
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.
Engineering Manager – HSIO Connectors
As an Engineering Manager reporting to the Director of Engineering, you will be leading the design, qualification, and global launch of next-generation High-Speed I/O (HSIO) connector products. This is a highly visible leadership role where you will guide a global engineering organization, partner closely with customers and sales, and take full ownership of innovative products from concept through production. The position will be located in Schaumburg, IL.
If you thrive at the intersection of technical leadership, people development, and product innovation, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to grow both a business-critical product family and your own leadership career.
What You’ll Do
Lead & Inspire Engineering Excellence
- Provide technical leadership and strategic direction to a global HSIO connectors engineering team and local test laboratory.
- Mentor, coach, and develop engineering talent to build a high-performing, collaborative, and growth-oriented team.
- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Drive Product Development from Concept to Launch
- Lead the design, prototyping, qualification, and successful launch of new HSIO connector products.
- Own end-to-end project execution, ensuring milestones, timelines, and customer commitments are consistently achieved.
- Collaborate closely with Design, NPI, Operations, and Manufacturing teams—particularly with partners in China—to transition products smoothly into production.
Own Technical Integrity & Quality
- Approve and manage engineering deliverables including drawings, BOMs, and item masters.
- Perform and review mechanical simulations, FEA, and tolerance analyses to ensure robust, manufacturable designs.
- Resolve engineering, design, and production-related challenges efficiently and decisively.
- Ensure all designs meet cost, performance, reliability, and manufacturability targets to win new business.
Partner with Customers & Stakeholders
- Engage directly with customers and Sales to define product roadmaps, technical requirements, and delivery timelines.
- Support marketing and engineering proposal development.
- Present technical concepts clearly and confidently to internal stakeholders and external customers.
- Provide monthly project status reports to management with clear recommendations and risk mitigation plans.
Why This Role Is Exciting
- True Product Ownership: Build and grow a family of cutting-edge HSIO connector products from concept to market success.
- Leadership Growth: Expand your people-management and strategic leadership capabilities with increasing responsibility.
- Global Impact: Work with international teams, customers, and manufacturing partners.
- Visibility & Influence: Collaborate closely with leadership, sales, and customers on roadmap-defining products.
- Travel Opportunities: Visit customers, attend trade shows, and engage directly with manufacturing facilities.
Qualifications
Education & Experience (Must Have)
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
- 10 to 15+ years of progressive engineering experience.
- 5 to 10+ years of project and/or people management experience.
- Working with global teams, customers, and manufacturing partners is required.
Technical Expertise (Must Have)
- Strong experience with 3D CAD systems (SolidWorks).
- Deep knowledge of connector design or small mechanical/electrical components.
- Hands-on expertise in:
- Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
- Metal stamping, injection molding, insert molding, and automated processes
- Tolerance analysis and FEA simulation/modeling
- Working knowledge of industry form factors: SFP, QSFP, QSFP-DD, OSFP.
- Familiarity with standard connector testing procedures and industry best practices.
Leadership & Collaboration (Must Have)
- Strong ability to coordinate and influence global, cross-functional teams.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a calm, structured approach under pressure.
- Exceptional communication, presentation and leadership skills.
Key Skills & Attributes
- Strong facilitation, collaboration, and team-building capabilities.
- System-level thinker with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple parallel programs in a fast-paced environment.
- Structured, disciplined approach to engineering development processes.
- Confident communicator who can translate complex technical concepts into clear messages.
- Passionate about mentoring engineers and building a high-performance technical culture.
#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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Search Electronics Jobs in IllinoisElectronics H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
Which electronics companies in Illinois sponsor H-1B visas?
Several Illinois-based electronics and hardware employers have consistent H-1B visa sponsorship histories. Motorola Solutions and Zebra Technologies in Schaumburg and Lincolnshire regularly file petitions for engineering roles. Abbott Laboratories sponsors hardware and medical device engineers in the North Shore suburbs. Belden and Littelfuse also appear in DOL disclosure data as Illinois-based electronics sponsors. Sponsorship patterns vary by hiring cycle and role availability.
Which cities in Illinois have the most electronics H-1B sponsorship jobs?
The Chicago metro area, particularly the northern and northwestern suburbs including Schaumburg, Libertyville, and Lisle, concentrates the largest share of electronics H-1B sponsorship activity in Illinois. The I-88 technology corridor stretching toward Aurora and Naperville hosts additional hardware and semiconductor employers. Chicago's urban core supports electronics roles in telecommunications infrastructure and consumer hardware.
What types of electronics roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Illinois?
Roles that require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field qualify as H-1B specialty occupations. In Illinois electronics, this includes electrical engineers, hardware design engineers, embedded systems engineers, RF engineers, PCB layout engineers, and semiconductor process engineers. Roles in quality assurance and test engineering also qualify when the position requires a relevant engineering or physics degree.
How do I find electronics H-1B sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by visa type, state, and industry to surface Illinois electronics roles where employers have active H-1B sponsorship histories. Because general job boards don't filter by sponsorship willingness, Migrate Mate saves significant time by focusing exclusively on positions relevant to international candidates seeking H-1B sponsorship in fields like hardware engineering and electronics manufacturing.
Are there state-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in Illinois electronics roles?
Illinois does not impose state-level restrictions on H-1B employment, but Illinois employers must comply with Department of Labor prevailing wage requirements tied to the specific metropolitan area, with Chicago-Naperville-Elgin wage determinations applying to most electronics roles. Illinois also has a strong union presence in some manufacturing segments, though most engineering and design roles are not union-covered. Employers filing LCAs must post the required notice at the Illinois worksite.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B electronics 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.