SR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. Job Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support our Automated Assembly operations. This role is responsible for improving manufacturing safety, quality, productivity, equipment performance, and process capability while providing hands-on technical leadership to production. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will lead continuous improvement initiatives, troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues, support new product and equipment launches, and drive improvements in OEE, scrap, cycle time, downtime, capacity, and cost. Job Responsibilities Manufacturing and Process Improvement Lead process and equipment improvements focused on safety, quality, productivity, scrap reduction, OEE, downtime, cycle time, and capacityIdentify and implement continuous improvement opportunities using TEOA/Lean Manufacturing principlesAnalyze manufacturing performance and develop practical solutions to improve process capability, equipment reliability, and operational efficiencySupport customer quality issues and corrective actions through structured root-cause analysisApply engineering tools such as PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, DOE, capability studies, 8D, and 5 Why as appropriate Production and Technical Support Provide hands-on engineering support to high-volume automated assembly operationsTroubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, tooling, pneumatic, controls, vision, and automation-related issuesWork closely with Production, Quality, Tooling, Controls, Maintenance, and other technical teams to resolve manufacturing problemsSupport tooling, fixtures, dies, gauges, sensors, servos, pneumatic systems, and industrial automation equipmentSupport machine vision systems, including platforms such as Cognex and Keyence New Equipment and Product Introduction Support new product introductions, capacity expansions, equipment transfers, and equipment qualificationsDevelop technical requirements and support the specification, purchase, installation, debugging, qualification, and launch of manufacturing equipmentWork with machine builders, automation integrators, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure equipment meets manufacturing requirementsSupport process validation, capability studies, production readiness, and equipment qualification activities Project and Technical Leadership Lead capital, productivity, safety, and continuous improvement projectsManage multiple projects and production priorities simultaneouslyPrepare technical recommendations, equipment specifications, capital justifications, reports, and process documentationPresent technical issues, recommendations, and project updates to leadershipLead cross-functional teams and mentor engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel without direct reporting responsibility Required Qualifications What your background should look like Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline preferred. Equivalent technical and manufacturing experience may also be considered.Minimum of 5 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience, preferably in a high-volume automated manufacturing environment.Strong hands-on troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skillsExperience supporting automated manufacturing or automated assembly equipmentWorking knowledge of mechanical systems, tooling, pneumatics, PLCs, controls, sensors, servos, robotics, and industrial automationExperience leading manufacturing improvement, automation, productivity, or capital projectsExperience with CAD software and strong proficiency with Microsoft ExcelStrong communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skillsAbility to work independently, prioritize effectively, and lead cross-functional activities Preferred Qualifications Machine vision experience, particularly Cognex and/or KeyencePLC and controls troubleshooting experienceExperience leading or supporting automated equipment design, build, installation, and qualificationExperience working with machine builders or automation integratorsKnowledge of tooling design, machining, dies, fixtures, gauges, and manufacturabilityLean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TEOA, TPS, or DMAIC experience or certificationProject management experienceMaster's degree in Engineering or a related technical disciplineExperience in Automotive, Aerospace, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment Competencies Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork Compensation Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $102,500 – $128,100 (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. EOE, Including Disability/Vets IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. 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