R&D Product Development Engineer II
At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.
Job Overview
TE Connectivity’s Product Engineering Teams optimize existing products from information or input provided by marketing, customers, Operation Teams, Development Engineers or other employees. They maintain existing products, processes, and specifications including modifications for new applications consistent with manufacturing techniques and economies. They also initiate and implement programs to continuously improve quality, and cost, while meeting customer requirements and may support and implement product extensions to existing platform products to meet specific customer requirements. They are the key experts in the products they are responsible for at TE.
TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader, providing innovative solutions for a connected world. As a Product Development Engineer in our Energy Business Unit, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the design and optimization of low, medium, and high voltage cable accessories. This position offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment, providing the ideal platform to kick-start your engineering career with a global leader in industrial technology. Join TE Connectivity and be a part of shaping the future of innovative cable accessories. Apply now to contribute to the success of our Energy Business Unit.
Daily Responsibilities:
- Develop comprehensive expertise in cable accessories, specializing in low (0-8kV), medium (15-46kV), and high voltage (69kV+) products.
- Utilize advanced engineering tools, particularly Creo, for intricate design and optimization of medium voltage cold shrinkable joint and terminations.
- Lead cross-functional teams, collaborating seamlessly with professionals in sales, manufacturing, and quality assurance to meet customer needs and uphold industry standards.
- Work closely with the testing team, playing a pivotal role in designing and executing product validation tests according to rigorous industry standards.
- Possess strong analytical skills for problem-solving and optimization in product development.
- Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of cable accessory materials, manufacturing processes, and applications.
- Understands how engineering decisions impact overall business strategy and objectives
- Familiarity with industry standards such as UL, ANSI, IEEE, IEC, and their application in product development.
- Actively participate in brainstorming sessions, contributing to the generation of inventive solutions to engineering challenges.
- Assist in the creation of technical documentation, encompassing detailed drawings, schematics, and comprehensive product specifications.
- Execute Research & Development projects with precision, overseeing planning, timeline forecasting, budget management, and logistics coordination using the efficient "Stage Gate" process.
- Attend targeted professional development workshops to enhance skills in project management, communication, and leadership.
- Engage proactively in networking opportunities, fostering relationships with colleagues and industry professionals for knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
- Support manufacturing throughout the production cycle, including creating testing plans and problem-solving on the manufacturing floor.
- Approximately 10% of the time for visits to manufacturing sites, conferences, and testing products at different locations.
What your background should look like:
- Bachelor's/master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
- Some experience in utilities, with a focus on low/medium voltage products, preferred.
- Strong technical writing ability and effective communication skills; ability to interface effectively both internally and with customers.
- Self-motivated with little guidance.
Competencies
ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries. TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).
COMPENSATION
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $88,300 - $132,500 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
BENEFITS
• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
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