MGR I MFG & PROCESS DVL ENGINEERING

Job Overview

TE Connectivity is seeking a MGR II MFG & PROCESS DVL ENGINEERING for Data & Device BU with location in Lamphun, Thailand. The MPDE Manager will lead a team of process development and automation engineers tasked with developing assembly processes for high-speed cable assemblies and coordinating with the Lamphun and Dongguan, China manufacturing engineering team on the transition to mass production.

Job Requirements

Team Leadership & Talent Development

• Allocate and balance workloads across direct reports.
• Provide timely and constructive performance feedback.
• Mentor, develop, and motivate team members to achieve performance goals.
• Resolve team and functional issues to maintain productivity and retain key talent.

Manufacturing Process Management

• Lead the planning, documentation, implementation, and maintenance of manufacturing processes, procedures, machinery, and tooling.
• Drive improvements in efficiency, cost-effectiveness, quality, and safety.
• Analyze process performance data to identify and implement enhancements in yield, runtime, quality, and cost.

Engineering & Product Support

• Manage resources and activities for manufacturing engineering, product design, and support teams.
• Provide ongoing support for production challenges and troubleshoot complex technical issues.

New Product Development & Innovation Lead a team of engineers to:

• Develop high-speed cable assembly manufacturing processes aligned with LEANPD product development principles.
• Enhance existing manufacturing technologies and methods.
• Implement new technologies to improve process control and precision.
• Support product development with design for manufacturability (DFM), sample tooling, and prototypes.
• Design, develop, and qualify tooling and processes to meet quality and production standards.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams to verify supplier compliance and capability.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a key liaison between product development and manufacturing engineering to ensure seamless integration and execution.
• Maintain communication with project management to align with strategic business needs.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects based on business impact and urgency.
• Provide updates and readouts to Director and VP-level cross-functional leadership.
• Coordinate with Dongguan operations to allocate resources for successful new product launches.
• Facilitate effective communication across a globally matrixed organization.

What your background should look like

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering fields.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in a managerial role within a multinational manufacturing environment.
• Strong familiarity with industrial methodologies and tools such as Lean and Six Sigma.
• At least 2 years of experience in the cable assembly industry is preferred.
• Fluent in English with excellent presentation and communication skills.

Competencies