Manage team to research, develop, and maintain products through Lifecycle
Responsible for performance goals following organization strategy, review and provide feedback to team members periodically
Overseeing the entire process of new product development and providing support if needed
Coach and develop team members to build a good performance team
Drive the continuous development and enhancement of systems and procedures to streamline the design and development process
Create, maintain, realize technology roadmap, and align with the cross-function team
Work closely with customer/sales/PM in getting the right and clear VOC (voice of customer)
Follow the LEANPD Project Process to support the project team from the PDE perspective to complete the Project (NPI or Sustaining) on time, with quality, and within budget
Drive the development and release of products, scale-up through stage-gate reviews, ensuring milestone commitments are maintained
Develop and manage product documentation, including product requirements, design documents, and test plans/reports
Work with global manufacturing resources, procurement, and outside suppliers to meet all TE technical, quality, and cost objectives
Work closely with suppliers to identify and qualify new components and technologies
Conduct thorough design verification and validation testing to ensure the product meets the required specifications
Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure a smooth transition to production
Mentor and guide junior engineers and technicians to develop their skills and knowledge
Conduct competitive analysis and market research to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation
Build a deep understanding of market and customer needs by fostering a connection between the business engineering teams and the customer engineering teams
Maintain a System level understanding of customer application and the product design/concept necessary for providing a solution to the customers’ expectations
Technical support to customers, sales, PM, and plant teams
Conduct necessary tests, engineering analysis, troubleshooting, and verification
Introduce breakthrough technologies by partnering technically with our customers worldwide and with our TE Global competency centers to enhance business revenue & growth
Apply engineering best practices to reduce cost and sustain existing products to meet customer’s cost targets
Requirements
Bachelor's or master’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering
Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles
Experience with product development processes, including design, prototyping, and testing
Project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Knowledge about various phases of product realization and product development
Knowledge of state-of-the-art design tools such as 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD), modeling, Geometric Dimension & Tolerancing (GD&T), electrical & electronic design, and Simulation
Knowledge of manufacturing process (machining, molding, stamping, plating, etc.)
Knowledge of material (metal/plastic) properties will be a plus
Familiarity with quality tools (FMEA, 6sigma, DOE, 8D…)
Minimum of 15 years of experience in product development, preferably in the technology industry
Minimum of 3 years in the Cable Assembly or connector related
5 years or above experience in RD team management
Global collaboration experience
Experience in design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA), cost design (DFC), and design for manufacturing (DFM)
Capability and experience in presentation on products, solutions, and technologies
Previous experience in working in high-performing multi-disciplinary global engineering teams
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
mechanical engineeringelectrical engineeringproduct developmentdesignprototypingtesting3D CADGeometric Dimension & Tolerancing (GD&T)design for manufacturing (DFM)design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA)
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineeringBachelor's degree in electrical engineeringMaster's degree in mechanical engineeringMaster's degree in electrical engineering