Physics expert (electromagnetism, contact and material physics, circuit protection)

Job Overview

TE Connectivity’s R&D/Product Development Engineering Teams conceive original ideas for new products, introduce them into practice. They are responsible for product development, and qualification from market definition through production and release; assist in the qualification of suppliers for new products to ensure suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services for new or improved manufacturing processes; conduct feasibility studies, testing on new and modified designs; direct and support detailed design, testing, prototype fabrication and manufacturing ramp. The R&D/Product Development Engineering Teams provide all required product documentation including, but not limited to, Solid Model, 2D/3D production drawings, product specifications, and testing requirements. They create and modify detailed drawings and drafting or conceptual models from layouts, rough sketches or notes and contribute to design modifications to facilitate manufacturing operation or quality of product. Typical fields of expertise include: materials, mechanics and systems, electrical, optics, chemistry, software, automation systems, packaging, testing and measurement, and manufacturing of electrical, mechanical and electronic components, products, and their integration into systems.

What your background should look like:

Your main tasks will be...

• Conduct in-depth R&D in the field of circuit protection and related physics domains of electro-magnetism, magnetic induction, contact physics and materials science
• Develop and implement models and simulations to understand and predict physical phenomena 
• Investigate and analyze electromagnetic interactions and arcing phenomena in different setups and various conditions
• Study and optimize contact physics, including friction, wear, and surface interactions
• Collaborate with engineering teams to provide insights and solutions for design challenges related to electro-magnetic systems
• Evaluate and recommend materials for specific applications based on their physical properties and performance under various conditions
• Investigate and model inductive coil and motor systems
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in physics, materials science, and related technologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate physics insights into product development processes
• Build relationships with universities and technical experts active in this field
• Follow general industry trends, technology trends for xEV specifically
• Work closely together with Product Engineering, Product Management, Field Application Engineering

We are looking for someone with:

• Master / Ph.D. degree in Physics, Materials Science, or a related field
• Specialization and significant expertise in electro-magnetism, electromagnetic induction, contact physics or materials science
• Proven experience in conducting experimental and theoretical research in these domains
• Strong understanding of the physical principles governing electromagnetic interactions and induction phenomena and arcing
• Knowledge of materials properties, including mechanical, thermal, and electrical 
• Familiarity with contact physics, tribology, and surface science
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with numerical methods and computational physics
• Understanding of material characterization techniques
• Good business acumen and sense of urgency in context of speed of innovation 
• Experience in collaborating with engineering teams to implement physics-based solutions

Competencies