POWER C/A MGR II R&D/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEERING

Job Overview

TE Connectivity’s R&D/Product Development Engineering Teams conceive original ideas for new products, introduce them into practice. They are responsible for product development, and qualification from market definition through production and release; assist in the qualification of suppliers for new products to ensure suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services for new or improved manufacturing processes; conduct feasibility studies, testing on new and modified designs; direct and support detailed design, testing, prototype fabrication, and manufacturing ramp. The R&D/Product Development Engineering Teams provide all required product documentation, including, but not limited to, Solid Model, 2D/3D production drawings, product specifications, and testing requirements. They create and modify detailed drawings and drafting or conceptual models from layouts, rough sketches, or notes, and contribute to design modifications to facilitate manufacturing operations or the quality of the product. 

Typical fields of expertise include: materials, mechanics and systems, electrical, optics, chemistry, software, automation systems, packaging, testing and measurement, and manufacturing of electrical, mechanical, and electronic components, products, and their integration into systems.

Job Requirements

The Power Solution engineering team in Digital Device Network (DDN) Business Unit is responsible for the development of innovative power interconnection solution products, which are used in hyperscale computer, AI, Datacenter, Cloud server, and other IT systems, including connector and cable assembly.

Role Objective

As a manager of a product development team, you will be responsible for leading the engineering organization in performing research and development work according to customer requirements and the technology roadmap.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Manage team to research, develop, and maintain products through the Lifecyle
• Responsible for performance goals following the organization's strategy, reviewing, and providing feedback to team members periodically.
• Overseeing the entire process of new product development and providing support if needed
• Coach and develop team members to build a good performance team
• Drive the continuous development and enhancement of systems and procedures to streamline the design and development process
• Create, maintain, and realize a technology roadmap and align with the cross-functional team.
• Work closely with the customer/sales/PM in getting the right and clear VOC (voice of customer)
• Follow LEANPD Project Process to support the project team from the PDE perspective to complete the Project (NPI or Sustaining) on time, with quality, and within budget.
• Drive the development and release of products, scale-up through stage-gate reviews, ensuring milestone commitments are maintained.
• Develop and manage product documentation, including product requirements, design documents, and test plans/reports.
• Work with global manufacturing resources, procurement, and outside suppliers to meet all TE technical, quality, and cost objectives.
• Work closely with suppliers to identify and qualify new components and technologies.
• Conduct thorough design verification and validation testing to ensure the product meets the required specifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure a smooth transition to production.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and technicians to develop their skills and knowledge.
• Conduct competitive analysis and market research to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.
• Build a deep understanding of market and customer needs by fostering a connection between the business engineering teams and the customer engineering teams.
• Maintain a system-level understanding of customer applications and the product design/concept necessary for providing a solution to the customers’ expectations.
• Technical support to customers, sales, PM, and the plant team. Conduct necessary tests, engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and verification.
• Introduce breakthrough technologies by partnering technically with our customers worldwide and with our TE Global competency centers to enhance business revenue & growth.
• Apply engineering best practices to reduce cost and sustain existing products to meet customers’ cost targets.

What your background should look like

• Typically requires a minimum of 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years of experience; or equivalent experience. Barriers to entry may require committee review.
• Generally has a minimum of 3 years of progressive leadership and people management experience
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles
• Experience with product development processes, including design, prototyping, and testing
• Project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge about various phases of product realization and product development
• Knowledge of state-of-the-art design tools such as 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD), modeling, Geometric Dimension & Tolerancing (GD&T), electrical & electronic design, and Simulation
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, molding, stamping, plating, etc.)
• Knowledge of material (metal/plastic) properties will be a plus
• Familiarity with quality tools (FMEA, 6sigma, DOE, 8D…) will be a plus

Competencies