Sr Mfg & Process Dvl Engineer

Job Overview

TE Connectivity Ltd. is a $17 billion global technology and manufacturing leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. For more than 75 years, our connectivity and sensor solutions, proven in the harshest environments, have enabled advancements in transportation, industrial applications, medical technology, energy, data communications, and the home. With 85,000 employees, including more than 7,000 engineers, working alongside customers in nearly 150 countries, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn ore at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat and Twitter.

The Connected Living Solutions (CLS) business unit of TE is part of the Industrial Solutions segment and is a world leader in the design of components and electrical interconnection solutions.  In Connected Living Solutions our purpose is to make our homes safer, more sustainable, energy efficient and smart in a world where every connection truly counts. Connected Living Solutions unleashes potential in every connection and with great power comes great sustainability. We are leading innovation through our product portfolio of Power and Signal Interconnects, Terminals & Splices, Magnet Wire Terminations, Sensors, Circular Plastic Connectors, and Lighting.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Sr. Manufacturing and Process Development Engineer to join our Advanced Manufacturing Development Team. TE Connectivity's Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Teams are process leaders for stamping, molding, or assembly related topics, ensuring the processes are running at optimum levels for quality and output. They are experts in mold tooling, die tooling, machining, and assembly techniques, possessing extensive knowledge of the associated manufacturing processes which may include the optimization and standardization of stamping / molding / assembly or other processes within the manufacturing environment. Manufacturing Engineering Teams enable the TE business unit plants to reach TE Operating Advantage (TEOA) requirements, roll out Centers of Excellence (COE), Best Demonstrated Practices (BDP’s) and advise plants on tool and machine duplications / corrections / improvements. They design and develop manufacturing process and automation platforms and apply them for the realization of new product developments as well as optimization of existing products already in production. The teams also support Product Development in the selection and optimization of tools for piece part production and the selection of the most suitable manufacturing concepts relative to planned manufacturing quantities, quality requirements and manufacturing location. They act as interface between engineering and production to ensure manufacturability and smooth production ramp up as well as support the research & development teams to produce sample manufacturing equipment, product samples and prototypes.

Job Requirements

• New process development, including process documentation and qualification


• Collaborate with Product Development Engineering to ensure designs meet cost objectives and are driven by design for manufacturability principles


• Conduct design reviews and provide technical recommendations


• Support Project Management Office in project quoting and manufacturing location selection to improve margin, OI, and ROI


• Participate and lead FMEA reviews


• Analyze process/equipment capability and performing DOEs to establish optimal processes and equipment


• Carry out process improvements and problem solving through root cause analysis


• Drive process optimization with data driven decisions


• Coordinate with suppliers and machine shops for die fabrication.


• Support the Sustaining Manufacturing teams in the identification and execution of savings projects for new and existing product lines


• Initiate/manage capital equipment projects; specifying and implementing new manufacturing equipment including RFQ, FAT, SAT, Installation, and Training


• Resolve tool and design problems as related to the stamping of components


• Apply knowledge to the design, build, and procurement of stamping dies and auxiliary equipment to meet TE quality and production standards


• Work in a hands-on environment being directly responsible for engineering sample builds, design verification samples, and qualification product

What your background should look like

• Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent with 5+ years of experience is preferred or 5 years of experience in a manufacturing plant as a stamping/die engineer


• Experience with machine and equipment design, development, and manufacturing deployment


• High level of competency with 2-D and 3-D modeling software, Creo preferred but not required


• Proficient in MS Office Software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.


• Knowledge in statistical software packages such Minitab preferred but not required


• Sound project management skills


• Working knowledge of six sigma and lean manufacturing tools


• Understanding of material and conversion savings calculations


• Capability to work in a fast paced, dynamic global environment with multiple projects


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment


• A self-starter that requires minimal supervision


• GB or BB in Lean Design for Six Sigma or DMAIC preferred

Competencies