MFG & PROCESS DVL ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL)

TE Connectivity; Penang; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity seeks a Senior MPDE Automation Engineer with a strong Electrical & Electronics background to lead the development and implementation of advanced automation solutions for cable assembly manufacturing.

The role involves designing, developing, and validating automated manufacturing systems, while driving process innovation, quality improvement, and operational excellence; supporting new product development and DFM initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Automation or related field
• Hands-on automation controls experience preferred
• Minimum 7 years of automation/lighting manufacturing experience
• Strong knowledge of industrial automation systems and PLCs

Responsibilities

• Lead automation development for cable assembly manufacturing using LEANPD principles
• Drive innovation in automation technologies including robotics and machine vision
• Support product development and DFM, develop tooling and prototypes for NPI
• Design and qualify tooling, fixtures, and automated processes
• Apply expertise in electrical/electronic systems to solve manufacturing challenges and assess supplier capabilities

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Fast-paced environment

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics Automation

Tools

PLC programming

Machine vision

Robotics

Sensors and actuators

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

Seeking Senior MPDE Automation Engineer with a strong Electrical & Electronics Engineering background to lead the development and implementation of advanced automation solutions for cable assembly manufacturing. This role will be responsible for designing, developing, and validating automated manufacturing systems, while driving process innovation, quality improvement, and operational excellence; supporting new product development, Design for Manufacturing (DFM) initiatives, tooling and process qualification, and supplier capability assessments. A strong understanding of industrial automation, controls engineering, electronics, sensors, machine vision, robotics, and manufacturing process development is essential.

This position requires close collaboration with Product Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to deliver robust, scalable, and cost-effective automation solutions that meet TE standards.

Job Requirements

• Lead Automation Development for Cable Assembly Manufacturing - develop, implement, and validate cable assembly automation lines in accordance with LEANPD principles, driving productivity, quality, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Drive Innovation in Automation Technologies - continuously improve existing automation methods and introduce new technologies, including robotics, machine vision, sensors, motion control, and advanced process controls to enhance capability and tolerance management.
• Support Product Development and DFM - partner with Product Development teams to optimize product designs for automated manufacturing, develop proof‑of‑concept tooling, prototypes, and ensure successful new product introduction (NPI).
• Design and Qualify Manufacturing Tooling & Processes - design, develop, and validate tooling, fixtures, and automated processes that meet quality, reliability, and production requirements while driving process capability improvements.
• Leverage Strong Electrical & Electronics Engineering Expertise - apply deep knowledge of electrical and electronic systems, automation controls, PLCs, sensors, machine vision, and robotics to solve manufacturing challenges, integrate automation solutions, and assess supplier technical capabilities and compliance.
  

What Your Background Should Look Like

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong preference for candidates with Electrical & Electronics (E&E) engineering education and hands‑on automation controls experience.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in automation engineering, manufacturing engineering, process development, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of Industrial automation systems; PLCs, motion control systems, and industrial networks; sensors, actuators, and electrical control systems; robotics and automated assembly equipment; servo systems and electrical drive technologies.
  

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced product development environment.
• Self-driven with a passion for automation and technology innovation.
  

Competencies

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)