Manufacturing & Process Development Engineer II

About the role

The Manufacturing Engineer II – Assembly is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing robust manufacturing assembly processes that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity. This position requires a highly analytical engineer with a strong background in data-driven process development, statistical analysis, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead process development initiatives
• Improve process capability through scientific experimentation
• Implement capital equipment
• Support new product introductions
• Drive continuous improvement across assembly operations within a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 3–5 years of manufacturing engineering experience supporting complex assembly operations
• Experience with DOE, OFAT, Cp/Cpk, SPC, MSA/Gage R&R, and Process Validation
• Strong Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement knowledge
• Experience leading capital equipment implementation projects
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma Green Belt preferred; Black Belt is an advantage
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments
• Experience within aerospace, defense, marine, medical device, or other regulated industries
• Experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 13485 or similar QMS
• Experience implementing automated assembly systems
• Experience supporting NPI and product transfers

Technical Skills

• Process Capability (Cp/Cpk)
• DOE, OFAT, SPC, MSA/Gage R&R
• Root Cause Analysis
• Process Validation
• Minitab
• Lean Manufacturing
• 5S
• Kaizen
• Value Stream Mapping
• PFMEA
• Control Plans
• Advanced Excel
• ERP/MRP systems
• Microsoft Office Suite

Competencies

• Data-driven decision making
• Scientific problem solving
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Strong analytical capability
• Project management
• Cross-functional leadership
• Effective communication
• Attention to detail
• Results-oriented execution

Success Measures

• Improve process capability across critical assembly processes
• Reduce process variation through statistical optimization and experimentation
• Lead Lean initiatives improving productivity, quality, throughput, and labor efficiency
• Deliver capital equipment projects safely, on time, and within budget
• Reduce manufacturing defects using structured root cause analysis
• Develop standardized, sustainable manufacturing processes supporting operational excellence

About Te Connectivity

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more. Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).

Compensation

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $90,300 - 112,800 (subject to change dependent on physical location)

Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.

Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.

EEO, Including Disability/Vets

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