Job Overview

TE Connectivity Ltd. is a $16 billion global technology and manufacturing leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. For more than 75 years, our connectivity and sensor solutions, proven in the harshest environments, have enabled advancements in transportation, industrial applications, medical technology, energy, data communications, and the home. With 80,000 employees, including more than 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com

Responsible for Power Solution product development, used in AI data centers and Cloud applications. Provide customer innovation solutions that meet performance and application needs including manage the engineer design history documentation

Job Requirements

•    Build an understanding of market and customer needs in the Power data center architecture. 
•    Build connections with and between the customer, PM and engineering teams to drive early concept engagement and TE customer value proposition. 
•    Work with the front end to define clear VOC (voice of customer) and create customer proposals.  
•    Iterate concepts and engineering design proposals for customer platforms, power systems, etc.  
•    Provide recommendations to optimize design for component/ system performance. 
•    Advanced problem solving to drive effective resolutions for aligned key customers. 
•    Provide leadership and technical expertise in the development New Products  
•    Collaborate with technical experts across TE and Industry to identify solutions and drive for readiness in product and process that will improve our competitive position.  
•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and launch new power connector and cable assembly solution products for data center applications.
•    Manage engineering product development life cycle (starting from the voice of the customer, ideation, Design Conceptualization, Creation of product specifications, 3D design, Prototyping, Product testing, Product qualification, and Project Execution. 
•    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. 
•    Develop/ manage product requirements, design documents & verification plans & validation 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 design verification and validation testing to ensure the product meets 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.
•    Technical support to customer, sales, PM, and plant team. Conduct necessary tests, engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and verification. 
•    Apply engineering best practices to reduce cost and sustain existing products to meet customer’s cost targets.

What your background should look like

•    Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.(EE preferred) 
•    Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles.
•    Experience with product development processes, including design, prototyping, and testing.
•    Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
•    Experience with data center technology and connectors/cable assembly is a plus.
•    Project management skills and 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 process (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.
•    Minimum of 10 years of experience in product development, preferably in the technology industry with a minimum of 5 years in the Cable Assembly or connector related.
•    This highly technical position requires an individual who can work independently.
•    Experience in design for mfr (DFM) & assembly (DFMA), design for cost (DFC).
•    Capability and experience in presentation on products, solutions, and technologies. Experience in product compliance certification (Product, Testing, Safety, Environmental substance control)

Competencies