Backplane, Connector and Cable Interconnect Engineer

Project

Work done for a product or program.

• Design backplanes and midplanes for high-speed signaling.
• Select connectors and cable assemblies for loss and crosstalk budgets.
• Model and measure channel performance with VNA and TDR.
• Plan mechanical retention, mating cycles and serviceability.
• Qualify cable lengths and gauge for rack reach.
• Support signal integrity analysis for end-to-end channels.

Function

Work that keeps the discipline running: methods, tools, suppliers and people.

• Work with connector vendors on custom parts.

Project

1. Produce and hand over the role's key deliverables
   • Backplane design and stack-up
   • Connector and cable selection report
   • Channel measurement data
   • Vendor qualification report
2. Support programsGeneral
   • Agree what each program needs
   • Deliver in time for milestones
3. Manage issuesGeneral
   • Track requests to closure
   • Escalate risks

Function

1. Run the functionGeneral
   • Maintain policies and processes
   • Keep records and controls
2. ImproveGeneral
   • Report performance
   • Lead improvement work