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Illinois is one of the Midwest's busiest construction markets, with major infrastructure projects, commercial development, and industrial builds concentrated in Chicago and surrounding metros. General contractors like Turner Construction, Pepper Construction, and Clayco regularly hire specialized roles that qualify for TN sponsorship. Canadian professionals in engineering, architecture, and related fields will find consistent demand across the state.
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Location:
Schaumburg, Illinois
Department:
Engineering
Posted:
4/1/2026
Location Name:
HSIO-Schaumburg
Wage Max:
225,000.00
Wage Min:
170,000.00
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.
Signal Integrity Engineering Manager
Location: Schaumburg, 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.
Responsibilities
As the Signal Integrity Engineering Manager for the HSIO Connector Business, you will lead a high-performing team responsible for developing next-generation high-speed connector systems—including SFP, QSFP, OSFP, CDFP, and 448G-class HSIO connectors.
- Lead a team of signal integrity engineers developing next-generation HSIO connectors, including SFP, QSFP, OSFP, CDFP, and 448G-class high-speed connectors.
- Interface with customers and internal product managers to translate performance requirements into connector designs, manufacturing processes, qualification plans, and production-ready solutions.
- Own the signal-integrity portion of new product development—from architecture and simulation through validation, compliance testing, and transfer to global manufacturing sites.
- Conduct detailed design reviews with SI, mechanical, and manufacturing engineering teams to ensure designs meet performance targets and follow best-practice methodologies.
- Collaborate closely with mechanical, manufacturing, applications, and global factory engineering teams to ensure product performance and engineering excellence.
- Contribute to technology and product roadmaps by identifying emerging needs, driving innovation, and presenting solutions to leadership and key customers.
- Mentor and guide engineering team members, fostering technical growth, strong communication, and cross-functional alignment.
- Establish and share best-practice methodologies for simulation, modeling, measurement, and design workflows across the organization.
- Solve advanced high-speed challenges, including channel modeling, SI/PI simulation, characterization, VNA/TDR validation, and margin analysis for high-speed industry standards.
- Support Sales and Applications Engineering teams during customer engagements, technical discussions, and new-design opportunities for HSIO connectors.
- Support global production ramps by advising on build strategies, measurement techniques, design refinements, and establishing appropriate test limits for high-volume manufacturing.
QUALIFICATIONS
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering required; M.S. preferred.
- 10+ years of industry experience and proven engineering management experience leading high-speed signal integrity teams.
- Expertise with SI simulation tools such as Ansys HFSS/Designer, CST Microwave Studio, or equivalent EM/SI platforms.
- Hands-on experience with high-speed measurements: TDR, VNA, pattern generators, error detectors, and related debug methodologies.
- Experience designing or applying high-speed connectors and interconnects in communication, server, or networking systems strongly preferred.
- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to align cross-functional teams and influence technical direction.
SKILLS
- Strong facilitation and team-building skills with the ability to integrate multiple engineering disciplines.
- High attention to detail with a strong systems-level perspective.
- Ability to multitask, set priorities, and manage parallel engineering programs in a fast-paced environment.
- Clear ability to articulate, document, and execute structured development processes.
- Confident in presenting technical concepts to internal stakeholders and external customers.
- Passion for mentoring, developing engineering talent, and fostering 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.

Location:
Schaumburg, Illinois
Department:
Engineering
Posted:
4/1/2026
Location Name:
HSIO-Schaumburg
Wage Max:
225,000.00
Wage Min:
170,000.00
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.
Signal Integrity Engineering Manager
Location: Schaumburg, 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.
Responsibilities
As the Signal Integrity Engineering Manager for the HSIO Connector Business, you will lead a high-performing team responsible for developing next-generation high-speed connector systems—including SFP, QSFP, OSFP, CDFP, and 448G-class HSIO connectors.
- Lead a team of signal integrity engineers developing next-generation HSIO connectors, including SFP, QSFP, OSFP, CDFP, and 448G-class high-speed connectors.
- Interface with customers and internal product managers to translate performance requirements into connector designs, manufacturing processes, qualification plans, and production-ready solutions.
- Own the signal-integrity portion of new product development—from architecture and simulation through validation, compliance testing, and transfer to global manufacturing sites.
- Conduct detailed design reviews with SI, mechanical, and manufacturing engineering teams to ensure designs meet performance targets and follow best-practice methodologies.
- Collaborate closely with mechanical, manufacturing, applications, and global factory engineering teams to ensure product performance and engineering excellence.
- Contribute to technology and product roadmaps by identifying emerging needs, driving innovation, and presenting solutions to leadership and key customers.
- Mentor and guide engineering team members, fostering technical growth, strong communication, and cross-functional alignment.
- Establish and share best-practice methodologies for simulation, modeling, measurement, and design workflows across the organization.
- Solve advanced high-speed challenges, including channel modeling, SI/PI simulation, characterization, VNA/TDR validation, and margin analysis for high-speed industry standards.
- Support Sales and Applications Engineering teams during customer engagements, technical discussions, and new-design opportunities for HSIO connectors.
- Support global production ramps by advising on build strategies, measurement techniques, design refinements, and establishing appropriate test limits for high-volume manufacturing.
QUALIFICATIONS
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering required; M.S. preferred.
- 10+ years of industry experience and proven engineering management experience leading high-speed signal integrity teams.
- Expertise with SI simulation tools such as Ansys HFSS/Designer, CST Microwave Studio, or equivalent EM/SI platforms.
- Hands-on experience with high-speed measurements: TDR, VNA, pattern generators, error detectors, and related debug methodologies.
- Experience designing or applying high-speed connectors and interconnects in communication, server, or networking systems strongly preferred.
- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to align cross-functional teams and influence technical direction.
SKILLS
- Strong facilitation and team-building skills with the ability to integrate multiple engineering disciplines.
- High attention to detail with a strong systems-level perspective.
- Ability to multitask, set priorities, and manage parallel engineering programs in a fast-paced environment.
- Clear ability to articulate, document, and execute structured development processes.
- Confident in presenting technical concepts to internal stakeholders and external customers.
- Passion for mentoring, developing engineering talent, and fostering 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.
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Which construction companies sponsor TN visas in Illinois?
Large general contractors and engineering firms with Illinois operations are the most common TN sponsors in construction. Companies like Turner Construction, Pepper Construction, Skanska, and AECOM have a history of hiring Canadian professionals for technical roles. Specialized subcontractors and civil engineering consultancies working on infrastructure projects in the Chicago metro also sponsor TN visas for qualifying positions.
Which cities in Illinois have the most construction TN sponsorship jobs?
Chicago accounts for the majority of construction TN sponsorship activity in Illinois, driven by ongoing commercial, infrastructure, and transit development. The broader metro area, including suburbs like Schaumburg, Naperville, and Oak Brook, also has significant activity from firms headquartered outside the city. Rockford and the Quad Cities corridor see periodic demand tied to industrial and manufacturing facility construction.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for TN sponsorship?
TN visa eligibility in construction is limited to roles that meet the specialty occupation standard within the approved USMCA profession list. Engineers (civil, structural, geotechnical, mechanical) and architects are the most common qualifying roles. Land surveyors and certain scientific or technical consultants working on construction projects may also qualify. General trades, project management without an engineering or architecture credential, and field supervision roles typically do not qualify for TN status.
How do I find construction TN sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find construction jobs in Illinois where employers are open to TN sponsorship. You can filter by state and visa type to surface relevant postings without sifting through roles that don't apply to Canadian professionals. Beyond the platform, targeting general contractors and engineering consultancies with active Illinois project pipelines increases your chances of finding employers already familiar with the TN process.
Are there any Illinois-specific considerations for TN sponsorship in construction?
Illinois does not impose state-level visa sponsorship requirements, but the scale of Chicago-area projects means many employers work with immigration counsel experienced in TN filings for engineering and architecture roles. Prevailing wage rules under Illinois law apply to publicly funded construction projects, which can affect how employers structure offers for TN workers. Professionals should confirm their specific role and credentials meet federal TN eligibility criteria before applying.
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