STAFF R&D/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEER

Job Overview

The Machine Design Engineer provides viable solutions to specify, improve, standardize & sustain process equipment used in TE wire & cable manufacturing.  This position interacts within TE by supporting operations, procurement, EH&S, and Engineering. 

Job Requirements

• •    Maintain OEM partnerships for TE Bulk Cable in order to develop/specify bulk cable equipment.
  •    Research/vet new technology for wire & cable equipment.
  •    Identify critical equipment components Globally available from high quality sources.
  •    Create equipment specifications for bulk cable manufacturing equipment.
  •    Verify documentation/validation for any upgrade/installation of bulk cable equipment & systems.
  •    Ensure all designs/upgrades comply to TE EH&S standards/requirements.
  •    Standardize bulk cable manufacturing equipment (Forward/backward compatibility)
  •    Interact with Manufacturing Process Development Engineering & NPI teams.
  •    Work closely with Controls Engineering.
  •    Support all bulk cable sites (manufacturing and Labs)
  •    Support SAFE Activities
  •    Support ISO Activities
  •    Provide technical assistance for equipment PM across bulk cable plants.
  •    Provide any support for any activities or projects necessary to support the business.

What your background should look like

•    Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Electro Mechanical Engineering Degree preferred.
•    Knowledge of machine elements required.
•    5 to 8 years manufacturing equipment design experience required.
•    Proven track record on equipment installations.
•    Experience with wire & cable equipment desired.
•    Travel required up to 25%

•    Capable of managing a high number of tasks at any one time.
•    Able to be self-motivated and respond with little direction.
•    Good communication and presentation skills.
•    Ability to lead with determination to drive projects.
•    Unconventional thinking and creativity a must.

Competencies