R&D - 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. 

Why you should join:

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.

Your main tasks

Develop innovative manufacturing solutions, driving patents and proprietary technologies.

Identify value-added improvements in new and existing projects.

Lead implementation of smart manufacturing and agile methodologies.

Collaborate with R&D to align product designs with manufacturing capabilities.

Drive standardization through platforming and Generic Technical Specifications (GTS).

Evaluate new technologies and benchmark against market standards.

Lead technical workshops and feasibility studies; prepare reports and quotations.

Ensure manufacturability, smooth ramp-up, and continuous improvement of designs.

Manage CAD design in Creo Parametric and PDM-Link; provide system admin support.

Design pneumatic systems using SMC Pneudraw or E-Plan; support automation and vision integration.

Oversee equipment testing, analysis, and documentation for production readiness.

Coordinate with suppliers, internal teams, and external partners on machine projects.

Support cost estimation, resource planning, and production time optimization.

Prepare manuals, technical documentation, and ensure standardization.

Contribute to LeanPD projects and introduce new technologies for process control.

Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, and safety standards.

Troubleshoot equipment and propose technical solutions.

Deliver internal trainings when needed; maintain clear communication with stakeholders.

Your ideal background

Engineering Degree 

Min 2 years of experience in Cable Assembly

knowledge of 3D design tools (preferably Creo, Catia, SolidWorks)

Basic knowledge of CAD, CAE, and industrial/quality engineering tools

Familiar with LEAN, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methods (DoE, FMEA, A3, DMAIC)

Strong skills in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)

Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Willing to travel when required

Creative and innovative mindset

Strong communication and technical writing skills; comfortable interacting with all management levels and external partners

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Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. 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, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 9,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 130 countries, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at  and on  LinkedIn , Facebook , WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

WHAT TE CONNECTIVITY OFFERS:
We are pleased to offer you an exciting total package that can also be flexibly adapted to changing life situations - the well-being of our employees is our top priority!

•    Competitive Salary Package
•    Performance-Based Bonus Plans
•    Health and Wellness Incentives
•    Employee Stock Purchase Program
•    Community Outreach Programs / Charity Events
•    Employee Resource Group

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