R&D Manager

Company & Vision

Amphenol LTW is a leading provider of rugged interconnect solutions for harsh and demanding environments. Our mission is to enable reliable connectivity for renewable energy, marine, industrial automation, and transportation systems worldwide.

Position Summary

Amphenol LTW is seeking a hands-on, innovation-driven R&D Manager to lead the transformation of our engineering organization. This role is ideal for a builder-type leader who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and managing customer co-development projects that drive business growth.

Career Growth & Global Opportunities

This position is designed as a springboard toward R&D Director, Technical Director, or other leadership roles within the Amphenol Group, depending on your strengths and contributions. You will gain direct exposure to global projects and collaborations across Amphenol's worldwide network.

Rewards & Incentives

LTW's R&D team is directly linked to company revenue performance. When sales grow through successful customer projects, R&D shares in that success through industry-leading bonuses. Annual recognition and cash rewards are also given for successful patent filings and granted patents.

What LTW Offers

Full work visa sponsorship and relocation support for qualified international hires.

Opportunities to lead transformative innovation projects with global customers.

Exposure to the entire product lifecycle from concept to production.

Annual cash and recognition awards for innovation and patents.

Performance-based bonuses tied to business and revenue growth.

Career mobility across Amphenol's global network.

A collaborative, agile culture that rewards results and ownership.

Key Responsibilities

1. Drive customer-focused innovation for customized interconnect solutions.

2. Lead NPI (New Product Introduction) from concept to mass production.

3. Participate directly in design, validation, and problem-solving.

4. Collaborate across R&D, Marketing, Product Management, FAEs, QA, Sourcing, and Procurement.

5. Transform R&D processes for speed, scalability, and higher project throughput.

6. Mentor multidisciplinary teams to build cross-functional capability.

7. Ensure designs meet cost, quality, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronic, or related Engineering.

815 years in R&D or product development, with at least 35 years in leadership.

English required; Chinese preferred.

Strong hands-on experience in design, prototyping, and testing.

Familiar with CAD/CAE tools and DFM/NPI methodology.

Background in connectors, cables, or customized industrial products preferred.

Employment Terms

Location: Taiwan or China.

Full visa sponsorship for qualified foreign candidates.

Onsite presence mandatory during the first year.

Probation: 6 months (within the first 12 months).

Remote work considered only after one year of proven results.

If probation not passed (foreigners): contract ends and repatriation applies.