MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

TE Connectivity Ltd.; Penang; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity Ltd. is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Process Engineer in Penang to optimize quality and output through improved techniques and tooling. You will lead cross-functional teams on process development, validation, and implementation for new and existing products.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in mechanical/manufacturing engineering and at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment, with strong Lean Six Sigma, PFMEA, SPC, and CAD proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering.
• Minimum 3 years in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization.
• Experience with PFMEA, control plans, SPC, and root cause analysis.
• Proficient in CAD and MS Office.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support process improvement projects to optimize manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Develop, validate, and implement manufacturing processes and tooling for new and existing products.
• Collaborate with product development, quality, and production teams on new product introduction and design for manufacturability.
• Identify root causes of production issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead Lean Six Sigma and 5S initiatives across the production floor.
• Support capacity planning and equipment layout optimization.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to the operations team.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

PFMEA

Control plans

SPC

Root Cause Analysis

CAD

MS Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

Implements and improves manufacturing techniques, processes, tooling, and machinery to optimize quality and output levels.

Job Requirements

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and support process improvement projects to optimize manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality
• Develop, validate, and implement manufacturing processes and tooling for new and existing products
• Collaborate with product development, quality, and production teams on new product introduction and design for manufacturability
• Identify root causes of production issues and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Lead Lean Six Sigma and 5S initiatives across the production floor
• Support capacity planning and equipment layout optimization
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality systems, and regulatory requirements
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to the operations team

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role, preferably in a high-mix, low-volume environment
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization techniques
• Experience with manufacturing tools such as PFMEA, control plans, SPC, and root cause analysis
• Proficient in CAD software and Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects
• Experience in the electronics or connectivity components industry is an advantage.

What Your Background Should Look Like

Generally requires Bachelors degree in appropriate field or local equivalent with a minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible professional level experience

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork