Job Overview

TE Connectivity's Manufacturing and Process Development Engineering Teams significantly impact LEANPD driven new product development projects, driving for excellence in existing manufacturing technologies and methods and striving to implement new manufacturing technologies to provide improved process and tolerance control. They act as the binding element between product development and manufacturing engineering, ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of this critical interface. They support Product Development in the optimization of designs and piece parts for manufacturability by realizing sample tooling/products/prototypes. They also design, develop, and qualify tooling and processes to meet TE quality and production standards, document all processes and tooling in applicable TE systems, support supply chain to verify supplier compliance and capability, initiate and implement programs to continuously improve quality, cost and cycle time and adhere to all appropriate specifications, regulatory requirements and customer requirements.

What your background should look like:

• Essential Functions

  • Defines, coordinates, and drives scouting and development of injection molding simulation methods to meet stringent requirements of high density/low profile LCP sockets and connectors.
  • Applies mastery with specific software like Autodesk Moldflow, Modelex3D, or similar tools to develop simulation solutions for recommending part design modifications and optimizing mold design and process conditions.
  • Develops solutions to problems of unusual complexity which require a high degree of ingenuity, creativity and innovation.
  • Adapts and makes departures from traditional methods or approaches to develop innovative solutions for high density/low profile LCP sockets and connectors.
  • Creates relationships with internal/external innovators and influencers on simulation for precision molding.
  • Creates or controls the process design standard for molding simulation methods used by other engineers (e.g. technology transfer to end users).
  • Contributes to the manufacturing technology development roadmap of the AMP team.
  • Contributes to technology and product decisions, driving innovation and execution to increase competitiveness.
  • Acts as the binding element between key cross-functional teams (AMP, AST, ADT, PDE, MPDE, CPT)*, ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of these critical interfaces.
  • Documents all related processes in applicable TE systems, and maintains adherence to all appropriate specifications, regulatory and customer requirements
  • Supports supply chain to verify related suppliers’ compliance and capability.
  • Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment, performing work without appreciable direction.
  • Drives results primarily through collaboration and influence, not through direct reporting relationships.
  • Builds a culture of agile adapting that responds to environmental changes.
  • Provides guidance and complex subject matter training to less experienced co-workers.
  • May lead or guide a small team of professionals and mentors and coaches other engineers.
  • Provides measurable input to the objectives and goals of the department in support of the function and business unit strategies.

   

  What your background should look like:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (Mechanical Engineering or related) with 12+ years of experience required, or Masters with 10+ years of experience, or PHD level with 6+ years of experience.
  • Deep understanding of plastic injection molding including knowledge of polymers, mold design, injection molding processes, and defect analysis (short shots, warpage, cracking, and tight tolerances).
  • Mastery in molding simulation software like Autodesk Moldflow, Modelex3D, or similar tools (Sigmasoft, 3D Timon).
  • Master-level application of plastics engineering principles (heat transfer, fluid flow, stress analysis, and mechanics of materials) for effective molding simulation and design.
  • Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling software for creating and manipulating complex models used in simulation.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to analyze simulation results, troubleshooting issues, and identify solutions for complex molding challenges.
  • In-depth knowledge of quality tools (FMEA, Six Sigma, DOE, 8D/Continuous Improvement).
  • Fluent in English (read, write, and speak).
  • Experience with sub-micron tolerances for electrical connectors and sockets is a plus!
  • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with internal/external stakeholders.
  • Practical application of MS Office software (Word, Excel, PPT, Project, & Outlook). 
  • Based in China-Shanghai and willingness to travel up to 25% average.

Competencies