Prototyping Engineer

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Prototyping Engineer

7/6/26

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Disclaimer: the role is to be on-site in Den Bosch, Netherlands. As a Prototyping Engineer at TE Connectivity the Netherlands, you will be responsible for designing and building prototype tooling and components, combining design skillset with hands-on machining and assembly know-how. You will take ownership of prototype realization from concept to physical part, supporting the development of connectors, contacts, and cable solutions. We are looking for a practical, proactive engineer with a strong hands-on mindset, capable of solving problems on the shop floor, taking responsibility for results, and contributing to a professional, collaborative team environment built on integrity and open communication. Your main tasks:

Design and develop tooling and fixtures to support prototyping activities Execute prototyping work, incl., conventional milling, tooling assembly, and modifications Support development processes through prototype builds and troubleshooting Collaborate with Engineering teams to understand design intent and translate it into functional prototypes Contribute to development and validation of engineering solutions and new manufacturing processes Ensure proper documentation of designs and data collection of results Your ideal profile:

Required Qualifications & Experience

HBO or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, or related field 5+ years of experience in tooling design, preferably using Creo, in prototyping environment Hands-on experience with conventional machines, and tool assembly Proven track record of delivering engineering solutions in a prototyping environment Experience with rapid prototyping technologies (e.g., 3D printing, Wire EDM, laser cutting) Familiarity with connector, contact, cable-wire products assembling, stamping and molding process.

Skills & Competencies

Ability to work independently and take initiatives driven by quality, sustainability, productivity Good communication skills and ability to collaborate across multi-functional teams Strong hands-on mentality combined with technical understanding High level of ownership and accountability Proactive, solution-driven, and able to act quickly in a dynamic environment Fluent in English, and Dutch (preferable)

Team Fit Quality

Acts with integrity and transparency, building trust within the team