Engineering Leadership: Our Fellows, CTOs, and Select SMEs

Martin is a materials subject matter expert (SME) with wide-ranging experience in metallization and imaging technologies, ceramics and 3D printing materials, with responsibilities ranging from novel material and process development to “day to day” troubleshooting support for TE business units.

Engineering Specialty
Electrolytic and electroless plating processes and formulation
Printed circuit board fabrication and performance
Materials characterization 
Materials environmental compliance

Focal Applications
Identification and characterization of new separable contact finishes
Identification of early-stage material technologies relevant to TE
Linkage of TE product roadmaps to requirements for new materials and application processes
Materials sustainability

Ask Martin About
Plating and corrosion
Hazardous substance substitution
Printed circuit board materials
Solderability testing
Electrochemical test methods
Failure analysis

Articles Martin has Written
“Effects of Conductor Surface Condition on Signal Integrity”, Circuit World, 30(3), 11-16, 2004 
“The Relationship between Phosphorus Content and Physical Properties of Electroless Nickel Deposits”, Trans. Inst. Metal Finishing, 69(4), 140-144, 1991

Isabell 专注于评估和开发新材料系统和涂层，以使连接器接触件和端子更加可靠并适应未来用途。她钻研表面和电镀技术三十载，对利用可持续制造流程来经济高效地生产材料的复杂性有着深刻理解。

阅读 Isabell 关于汽车连接性创新的问答。

专长
汽车系统接触件材料开发
经济高效生产流程分析

向 Isabell 提问
电镀和连接技术
材料和表面分析
基础材料和金属基质、材料系统和涂层

成就
24 项专利
60 余篇文章

Guenter 专注于工业通讯、机器人和 I/O 连接创新。他与许多主要工业客户和技术合作伙伴密切合作，为市场带来了新的创新产品。

他还参与了一些国际标准化小组的工作，涉及电气电子连接器和互连以及电气端接技术，如压接、刺破式连接器（IDC）、穿孔、弹簧夹、压入连接解决方案等。在三十多年时间里，他先后担任过 VDE/DKE、IEC 和 Cenelec 的代表、专家和工作组主席。

Guenter 凭借其近四十年的技术领导和专业贡献而获颁 TE 著名的“2019 年终身成就奖”。在过去十年，除了作为一名 TE 总工程师，他还取得了以下引人注目的成就：40 项授权专利、TE 的“2012 年新型创新奖”和“2016 年影响创新奖”。他与客户的良好关系帮助客户提升了竞争优势，扩大了 TE 在工业通讯领域的影响力。

专长
工业单对以太网（SPE）1 Gbps 高级物理层 (APL) 10Mbps，适用于 1000m M12 x 编码，mini I/O Cat-6a 100 Mbps - 10 Gbps
自动化 IO 连接器
工业电源和信号及通讯连接器

应用
工业互联网，IIoT
工业 4.0
网络物理系统

向 Guenter 提问
工业通讯
传感器到云
工业无线，5G ACIA
电气终端技术
行业标准

Dave specializes in helping customers innovate for high-speed connectivity in data centers.

Read Q&A with Dave on solving for high-speed connectivity in data centers.

Applications
Data center servers, storage, and switches
Hardware accelerators
Wireless systems

Read Articles Authored by Dave
Machine Learning in Data Center Architectures
Optimizing Data Center Systems: Solving Thermal Performance
 

Sean 专注于用于严苛环境的新型高性能材料的开发设计，使电缆配件和其他绝缘产品更可靠、更易于安装并延长其使用寿命。他历经数十年积累的材料科学技术专业知识使他能够了解为具有成本效益的可持续制造设计材料的复杂性。

阅读 Sean 对如何解决能源绩效创新问题的回答。

专长
为电力行业设计抗电痕/疏水弹性和聚合物配方。故障分析和问题分析方法。硅橡胶技术

专利
6 项专利

向 Sean 提问
硅橡胶技术
设计适用于严苛环境的材料
粘合剂与密封剂
故障分析和问题解决

Rod is a subject matter expert (SME) in electrical contact finishes, tribology, reliability, and currently focuses on open innovation research with universities and research institutes to meet TE’s current and future technology needs.

Engineering Specialty 
Electrical contacts
Reliability and Failure Analysis
Carbon nanotubes and graphene
University and Research Institute Collaboration

Focal Applications 
Tribology and corrosion of contact finishes
Reliability
Open Innovation

Webinars with and Articles Authored by Rodney
“Using Graphene to Improve Electrical Contacts” 
Over 50 publications in journals and technical conferences

Career Highlights
18 US patents, 1 National Science Foundation grant
Director, IEEE Intensive Course on Electrical Contacts

Matt specializes in solving for power and signal connectivity, especially when it involves high-speed connectors, PCB interconnects, compliant pin technology, and VME/VPX system solutions.

Read Q&A with Matt on solving for connectivity in aerospace.

Specialty
Rugged connector designs for aerospace

Applications
Spacecraft (manned and unmanned)
Aircraft (manned and unmanned)

Ask Matt about
Connector solutions for VPX architecture

Read Articles Authored by Matt
Imagining the Future of Flight

Chad 专注于高速、高密度元件分析与设计以及表征数字和射频元件的信号完整性建模、模拟和测量方法开发。另外，他还涉足高速信号传输的高级导体和介电材料电子表征研究。

阅读 Chad 关于数据中心连接解决方案的问答。

专长
电磁互连建模（FEA、TLM）
全系统模拟（SPICE、线性、卷积）
元件和系统验证测试（TDR、VNA、BERT）
高速网络分析仪测量和去嵌入
高速直角和直插正交设计
低斜切几何建模和创新解决方案

应用
数据中心架构（路由器和交换机）
服务器架构和分解
无线骨干数字应用
高速、高密度数字元件建模
高速、均衡系统模拟
高频率下的金属和电介质电气表征
外部 28-112 Gbps 线束（QSFP、OSFP、QSFP-DD）
内部低损耗线束（Sliver 线束）
电缆背板解决方案（有线 STRADA Whisper 连接器）

向 Chad 提问
选择预测性能的工具和方法
实现 50 GHz 低插入损耗和串扰
消除元件中不必要的共振
测量高频材料特征
选择高速材料

Anil is a multidisciplinary problem solver with experience in applied research, technology development, and knowledge-based lean product development. His three decades of experience in research and product development enables him to understand the complex multidisciplinary product designs, customer needs, and provide solution. He is a passionate mentor and teacher and well-connected with universities, which enables him to support TE’s talent and technology needs. 

Areas of Engineering Specialty
System design: Electro-mechanical, electrical, and electronics
Design of mechanisms, drives, signal conditioning, power supply, modelling, design for EMI / EMC and testing
Sensor design, selection and fusion
Data analysis and interpretation. AI and ML algorithm for prediction
Testing and characterization: Electroanalytical methods (Voltammetry, Amperometry, Electrical Impedance Spectroscopy, Tafel plots, etc.) 

Focal Applications 
Smart devices, IOT, and IIOT
Sustainable processes and materials
Drive Innovation, develop and mentor key technical talent

Ask Anil About 
End-to-end multi physics system modelling and problem-solving
Sensor fusion and IOT system
Electrochemical and Tribological test methods
Design for EMI, EMC, and ESD
Design for high temperature, pressure, and harsh environment applications

Career Highlights
25 Publications
8 patents granted 
Co-author, ‘Micro Grid Architectures & Maintenance’, LAP LAMBERT Academic Publications GmbH & Co. KG, Germany. ISBN 978-3-659-27797-9, 2012

Helge 专注于汽车连接设计。

阅读 Helge 关于汽车连接性的问答。

向 Helge 提问
端子设计和材料

Josef 专注于冲压、电镀、成型和装配领域的流程改进和创新。

阅读 Josef 关于制造流程改进的解决方案的问答。

向 Josef 提问
制造和自动化
冲压模
注塑模具
数字工厂

Frank 专注于将创新概念转化为实用的可持续制造工艺。

阅读 Frank 关于制造创新解决方案的问答。

专长
制造创新（电镀、冲压、成型）
制造试点和部署
可持续性优化（能源、流程用水、化学品）
卓越工程和运营

向 Frank 提问
制造转型的新机遇（数字工厂）

Dave 专注于传感器开发，主要是基于 MEMS 的传感器和电子传感器系统。

阅读 Dave 关于传感器连接解决方案的问答。

向 Dave 提问
传感器要求和趋势

Bill 帮助客户解决制造高速、坚固、小尺寸、低成本光学收发器的难题。

阅读 Bill 关于连接技术解决方案的问答。

专长
高速通讯的端到端网络连接解决方案

应用
航空航天系统
运输系统
医疗器械
光纤传感

向 Bill 提问
光纤
高速通讯
网络连接 - 所有类型

Emily 专注于自动化制造技术以及 AI 创新和解决方案，为 TE 的制造流程提供服务。

工程领域专长
自动化制造技术
AI 技术
机器人和机器视觉

重点应用
过程自动化
AI 和机器视觉
AI 过程控制和优化
机器人

向 Emily 提问
自动化
制造业中的 AI 应用
机器人和机器视觉

职业生涯成就
在 14 个国家/地区获得 216 项专利
在 TE 内部会议和外部发表了超过 24 篇论文
期刊/会议

Davy Brown has served as the Vice President and Chief Technology Officer for TE Connectivity’s Industrial Solutions segment since 2017.

As the technical leader of the Industrial Solutions segment, Davy is responsible for the strategic direction of global engineering and product research and innovation within the Energy, Industrial, Medical, and Aerospace, Defence and Marine businesses.

Davy first joined TE in 2013 as Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of the Telecom and Wireless businesses and continued that role after the merger and creation of Broadband Network Solutions (BNS). He then served as Senior Vice President, Research and Development of CommScope’s Connectivity Solutions business after its acquisition of BNS before returning to TE in 2017.

After beginning his career at British Telecom Research Labs, he has held senior technology leadership and executive roles in various technology companies spanning the semiconductor, software, consumer electronics and telecommunications industries. He also co-founded and served as CTO of Trinity Convergence, a multimedia communications company.

Davy holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK.

Read Articles Authored by Davy
The Electrification of Everything

Phil Gilchrist 自 2017 年 10 月起一直担任 TE Connectivity 通信电子解决方案副总裁兼首席技术官。

作为技术领导，Phil 负责为数据与终端设备事业部和家用电器事业部制定全球工程和创新、产品研究、工程人才和数字流程开发的战略方向。

Phil 于 2011 年加入 TE，一开始担任企业业务部门的副总裁兼首席技术官，后转任 TE 数据通讯业务部门的首席技术官。之后，他又担任了光学部门总经理、数据与终端设备事业部首席技术官以及通信电子解决方案首席技术官。

Phil 的职业生涯从与他人一同创立一家技术初创公司开始，之后，他加盟摩托罗拉公司（1999-2011 年），先后担任多个高级技术领导和管理职务，涉及软件、芯片组和平台产品开发。

Phil 拥有苏格兰斯德灵大学计算机科学荣誉学士学位。

Ralf Klädtke is Vice President and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for TE Transportation Solutions. Appointed to the role in April 2021, Ralf has an extraordinary background of accomplishment and success, including over 25 years of technology and leadership experience with global technology companies.

As technical leader of the Transportation Solutions segment, which includes the Automotive, Industrial & Commercial Transportation, Sensors and Application Tooling business units, Ralf is responsible for providing thought leadership and guidance around the future innovation, growth plans and portfolio investments for the organization, as well as in guiding the segment’s technology roadmap. In addition, he partners with the Chief Technology Officers within each of the Transportation Solutions’ business units to build and develop high performing teams and to ensure that the engineering organization is able to capitalize on future growth opportunities.

Ralf was previously Co-CEO and CTO of ZKW Group, a leading provider of lighting systems and electronics for the automotive industry. Prior to ZKW, he served as Executive Board member, Mobile Transportation Technology, for Schaltbau Holding AG; President and CEO, for Airbus DS Optronics GmbH and Carl Zeiss Optronics GmbH; and Vice President, Reusable Launcher / Security & Defense Germany, for EADS SPACE (now Airbus Defence and Space).

Ralf is a former captain in the German Air Force and also held Director roles with the German Space Agency (DARA/DLR) and MAN Technologie where he was the European Program Manager of the X-38 / Crew Return Vehicle. Ralf holds a Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Bundeswehr in Munich, Germany.

Read Articles Authored by Ralf
Slower – But Safer – Journey Toward Autonomous Vehicles

Erin specializes in leading teams that co-create with customers to solve critical problems using multi-disciplinary approaches.

Read Q&A with Erin on innovation in connectivity.

Specialty
Executing on product and technology roadmaps to deliver differentiated value

Applications
Sensors for IIoT and Medical
Cloud computing

Ask Erin about
MEMS-based sensors
How data and sensing meet at the network edge

Read Articles Authored by Erin
Advanced Sensors for a Connected World
Machine Learning in Data Center Architectures
Cooler, Cleaner Future: Rapid Expansion of Data Centers

Greg 领导开发面向运输和非公路市场的产品解决方案。

应用
应用工具
商业运输
工业设备

向 Greg 提问
商业和工业市场电气化和自主控制的未来。

Jamie 领导着一个全球团队，专注于跨电气、光学和射频领域的下一代电源和信号连接解决方案的开发及商业化。

专长
执行和改进产品路线图以提供差异化价值

应用
宇宙飞船
飞机
陆地及海洋防务

向 Jamie 提问
了解产品开发
航空和太空旅行的未来

Nick leads a global team that develops the application tooling solutions providing reliable and precision terminations to enable connectivity solutions across various
industries.

Areas of Engineering Specialty 
Product and Process Development Engineering
Program Management
System Architecture and Platform Development Engineering
Lean 6 Sigma

Focal Applications 
Crimping and Press Fit Technologies
Magnet Wire and Pin Insertions

Ask Nick About 
Terminal and Connector Design
High Voltage and Data Connectivity
Cable Assembly and Hardness
PCBA & Sensor Packaging
System Architecture

Alex leads a global team focused on solving for reliable connectivity in harsh industrial environments.

Read Q&A with Alex on enabling innovation in industrial connectivity.

Specialty
Wired and wireless connectivity
Sensor systems

Ask Alex about
System design: Mechanics, electronics, firmware
Technology and strategy development
R&D effectiveness

Read Books and Articles Authored by Alex
The Growing Role of Cobots in Factory Automation
Integrated Microwave Sensors for Cavity-length Measurement in Machine Engineering
40+- articles and patents (see bibliography)

Christian 领导着一个全球团队，该团队与客户合作为家电市场开发创新解决方案。

工程领域专长
新产品开发
NPD 工艺
3D 打印

重点应用
大型家用电器
小型家用电器

问 Christian 提问
新产品开发
实体建模
模制塑料元件设计
冲压金属零件设计
弹簧设计

Walter leads the global automotive engineering team, whose innovative solutions solve the problems of regional customers.

Areas of Engineering Specialty 
Engineering Strategy
Model Based Engineering 

Focal Applications 
E-mobility
Data Connectivity

Ask Walter About 
Product / Technology Roadmaps
Model-based Definition
New Product Development

Thomas leads a global team that develops innovative connectivity solutions for sustainable energy networks.

Specialty
End-to-end customer-centric innovation
Research and development

Applications
Overhead power grid solutions
Underground cable networks
Renewables
Industrial power solutions
Railway power solutions
Nuclear power solutions
Wildfire and asset protection
Wildfire mitigation
Substation solutions

Ask Thomas about
Electrical power networks and systems
Electrical systems design
Technology and strategy development

Read Articles Authored by Thomas
Fueling the Future of Renewable Energy 

Mike leads the global data and devices engineering team, partnering with the data centers around the world to develop their interconnect solutions and architectures.  

Specialty 
Engineering strategy and execution excellence 
System engineering, optics, and high-speed smart materials  Micro-electronics 

Applications 
High-speed data communications 
Optical transportation 
Data center architectures 

Ask Mike about 
System design and architecture 
Optics science 
Technology roadmaps
Engineering program management and best practices  

Read Articles Authored by Mike
Machine Learning in Data Center Architectures
How High Speed Connectivity is Enabling IoT