SR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Manufacturing Engineering Teams are process leaders for stamping, molding or assembly related topics, ensuring the processes are running at optimum levels for quality and output. They are experts in mold tooling, die tooling, machining, and assembly techniques, possessing extensive knowledge of the associated manufacturing processes which may include the optimization and standardization of stamping / molding / assembly or other processes within the manufacturing environment. Manufacturing Engineering Teams enable the TE business unit plants to reach TE Operating Advantage (TEOA) requirements, roll out Centers of Excellence (COE), Best Demonstrated Practices (BDP’s) and advise plants on tool and machine duplications / corrections / improvements. They design and develop manufacturing process and automation platforms and apply them for the realization of new product developments as well as optimization of existing products already in production. The Teams also support Product Development in the selection and optimization of tools for piece part production and the selection of the most suitable manufacturing concepts relative to planned manufacturing quantities, quality requirements and manufacturing location. They act as interface between engineering and production to ensure manufacturability of new designs and smooth production ramp up as well as support the research & development teams to produce sample manufacturing equipment, product samples and prototypes.

What your background should look like:

Key Responsibilities

 

• Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance manufacturing performance

• Support development and implementation of efficient production processes and tools

• Collaborate with engineering quality and production teams on new product introductions

• Analyze and resolve production issues using root cause and corrective action methods

• Drive lean manufacturing practices including 5S and waste reduction

• Maintain and update process documentation and standard work procedures

• Ensure compliance with safety quality and company standards

• Mentor and support junior engineers and production staf

 

 

Job Requirements

 

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering or related field

• Minimum five years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment

• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and problem solving tools

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and engineering documentation

• Excellent teamwork communication and analytical skills

• Experience in electronics or connectivity manufacturing is an advantage

Competencies