Job Overview

As a Manufacturing & Process Development Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in launching new products and developing, industrializing, and implementing advanced manufacturing technologies. You will be responsible for managing New projects while supporting Existing initiatives/Projects, performing risk analysis and mitigation, and driving continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams including Product Development, Operations, Quality, and other stakeholders to design, validate, and optimize robust manufacturing processes that enable innovative product introductions while ensuring adherence to TE’s quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Job Requirements

• Analyze new technologies and manufacturing processes; plan, evaluate, and assess feasibility for new and existing automation projects.
• Apply strong troubleshooting and failure‑analysis skills using structured problem‑solving methodologies such as DMAIC, 5 Whys, 8D, and other root‑cause analysis tools.
• Work closely with local plant resources and cross‑functional teams to execute deliverables aligned with the NPD Phase Gate process.
• Provide DFM/DFA feedback during early product design stages to ensure manufacturability and cost effectiveness.
• Conduct Process FMEAs (PFMEA) and implement robust mitigation strategies for high‑risk items.
• Utilize manufacturing engineering tools to support process development and qualification, including capability studies, sample builds, and First Article Inspections (FAI).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on cost estimation for new product concepts.
• Design, develop, and deploy manufacturing equipment, tooling, and fixtures.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to launch new products with world‑class cost performance.
• Manage vendors for installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment; coordinate with vendors and CFT for full process qualification.
• Lead new project conceptualization, machine design and development, machine buy‑off, and qualification activities.
• Develop new manufacturing processes and create comprehensive process documentation including PFC, PFMEA, Control Plans, and SOPs, based on deep understanding of product requirements.
• Prepare and optimize cycle time analysis and capital investment for new products; continuously drive cost reduction through process optimization and automation.
• Perform capacity and layout planning and execute manufacturing line setups for new products and projects.
• Support manufacturing operations through continuous improvement initiatives, quality issue resolution, new product launches, engineering changes, and lessons learned.
• Develop and implement systems to optimize all phases of production while conducting detailed root‑cause analysis for operational issues.
• Review product designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommend changes to improve cost, quality, and efficiency.

What your background should look like

• Bachelor’s degree (BE / B. Tech) in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8–10 years of relevant industry experience with strong communication, stakeholder, and project management skills.
• Knowledge of RFO (Rugged Fiber Optics), cable assemblies, and harnesses is an added advantage.
• Experience in machine and process design and deployment into production.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a hands‑on, proactive approach.
• Familiarity with BOMs, routings, MES, and change management systems.
• Proficient in 3D CAD and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Fluent in English with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable working with remote, cross‑functional global teams.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.

• Experience working in the assembly industry with manual and semi‑automated assembly processes.
• Proven involvement in quality and productivity improvement initiatives, including TPM projects.
• Experience introducing new products as part of a project team, with optimized processes involving semi‑automation or SPM‑based automation execution.

Competencies