Aptiv

High Speed Data Connector SI/EMC Design Engineer

Germany · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerAptiv
LocationGermany
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted27 Aug 2026

Major Accountabilities

Guidance of high speed data interconnect design & optimization in terms of Signal Integrity (SI) and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) in close cooperation with the international and interdisciplinary product development team

Analysis and evaluation of SI/EMC related requirements (from customer RFQs, standards, workgroups etc.)
Execution of fundamental investigations and feasibility studies for design concepts
Identification of relevant design parameters, dimensions and tolerances having critical impact on performance
Determination of potential optimizations considering costs, quality, manufacturability, mechanical and other constraints

SI and EMC simulations of high speed data connectors, cable assemblies and PCBs in high frequency range (up to 20 GHz and beyond)
Participation at critical milestones of the product development process
(e.g. concept reviews, design reviews, DFM meetings and DFMEAs)
Alignment of simulation results with SI/EMC measurement results of physical samples and root cause analysis of failures and deviations
Creation of SI/EMC design guidelines for high speed data connectors, cable assemblies and PCBs and provide trainings for product and application engineers
Improvement and automation of methods and procedures for the characterization, modeling, simulation, analysis and design of interconnections considering artificial intelligence based approaches
Participation in work groups and standardization committees such as Open Alliance, MIPI or ASA

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Qualifications:

Essential Skills

Master degree in electrical or telecommunications engineering or bachelor degree with relevant experience in cable/device connector development
At least 3 years of professional experience in high-speed data communication
(e.g. in automotive, telecommunication, PCB design)
Proficient handling of electromagnetic field simulation tools (preferably ANSYS HFSS, optionally CST Microwave Studio or others)
Substantial theoretical background on electromagnetics and numerical methodszu
Knowledge of SI/EMC standards and specifications (e.g. Open Alliance)
Strong analytical skills
Willingness to travel (e.g. to customers, suppliers, workgroups, conferences)
Business fluent English and good German language skills
Good intercultural skills and team player

Optional Skills

Experience with RF test equipment for SI and EMC measurements (vector network analyzer, TDR, oscilloscope, tube/triaxial cell etc.)
Knowledge of PCB design and simulation tools (e.g. Mentor Xpedition, HyperLynx, Spice)
Knowledge of requirements management tools (e.g. Polarion, Doors)
Experience in programming/scripting languages (e.g. VBA, Python)

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