STAFF MFG & PROCESS DVL ENGINEER

Job Overview

Staff Mfg & Process Development Engineer - Software Systems

Essential Functions:

• Provides functional and empirical analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of software operating/automation systems, including, but not limited to, utility, development, and diagnostic software.
• Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analysis for total systems. 
• Has a substantial impact on Advanced Manufacturing Technology Roadmap development projects.
• Drives for excellence in existing software operating/automation systems for Stamping, Plating, Assembly, and Molding (SPAM) technologies and methods.
• Strives to implement optimized or new software operating/automation systems for manufacturing technologies to improve processes and tolerance control.
• Provides software operating/automation systems expert knowledge and collaborates with Product Development in optimizing part and product designs for SPAM manufacturability, contributing to the realization of product samples and prototypes.
• Provides software operating/automation system expert knowledge to integrate with SPAM manufacturing processes and realize advanced manufacturing technology development projects.
• Acts as a binding element between product development and advanced manufacturing & process engineering, ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of this critical interface.
• Designs, develops, and qualifies software operating/automation systems in compliance with TE EH&S, quality and production standards, and recognized industry standards.
• Documents all software operating/automation systems-related processes in applicable TE systems.
• Supports supply chain to verify software operating/automation systems related to suppliers’ compliance and capability.
• Initiates and implements software operating/automation systems-related programs to improve quality, cost, and cycle time continuously.
• Maintains and adheres to all appropriate specifications and regulatory and customer requirements.
• Applies software operating/automation systems expertise to resolve significant/unique/complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
• Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments, performing work without appreciable direction.
• Provides measurable input to the department's objectives and goals supporting the function and business unit strategies.
   

What your background should look like:

What your background should look like:

• Minimum eight years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree (Electrical, Mechatronic, or related) required; Master’s preferred.
• Demonstrates expertise in software operating/automation systems by integrating theory and principles with organizational practices and precedents into work.
• Deep technical knowledge of programming language/devices (e.g., PLC, SCADA, HMI, DCS) and hands-on experience with MATLAB or AutoCAD.
• Trainer-level knowledge of general engineering tools (LEAN or 6-sigma) such as DoE, FMEA, QFD, CI, etc. 
• Understanding of competitive products and IP positions.
• Broad knowledge of SPAM manufacturing processes for connectors and sockets is desired.
• Working knowledge of signal integrity concepts is desired.
• Drives result primarily through collaboration and influence, not through direct reporting relationships.
• Provides training and mentorship to other professional employees.
• Practical application of MS Office software (Word, Excel, PPT, Project, & Outlook). 
• Advanced project management skills and experience – PM Process Model.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% on average.
   

Competencies