Director, Cable Assembly Manufacturing and Process Development Engineering - Remote

TE Connectivity; United States; Remote; USD 188,000 - 283,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as the Director of Cable Assembly MPDE, where you will define and execute manufacturing strategies for a diverse portfolio. You will lead a team of engineers and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product performance and quality. This role offers the opportunity to impact business growth while developing engineering talent in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k)

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 10+ years leading teams in product and process development.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Cable Assembly MPDE team to implement manufacturing strategies.
• Oversee resource planning and cost management for new product development.
• Develop a strong engineering talent pipeline.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Manufacturing Technologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

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

Reporting to the Senior Director of Operations for Manufacturing and Process Development Engineering (MPDE), the Director of Cable Assembly (CA) MPDE will define and execute a manufacturing strategy for the business unit’s Cable Assembly portfolio. With a team of approximately 30 engineers, primarily in manufacturing and R&D facilities in China, Mexico, and the Philippines, this position will work cross-functionally with the Product Management, Product Development, Quality, and Operations teams to develop both manufacturing processes for AI and Data Center Power and Cable components to meet the business needs around product performance, quality, and cost expectations.

The role will impact the business by developing diverse engineering talent and manufacturing technologies in a fast-paced, dynamic market, expanding our market position, and promoting growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Cable Assembly Manufacturing & Process Development Engineering (MPDE) team to define and implement advanced manufacturing strategies that meet both short-term and future needs.
• Oversee resource planning, technical risk mitigation, and cost management to ensure on-time new product development.
• Partner closely with plant operations to transition new processes into high-volume production smoothly and efficiently.Collaborate cross-functionally (Product, Quality, R&D, and Operations) to align engineering initiatives with broader business goals.
• Serve as a voting member of project review and approval committees, ensuring execution integrity and identifying gaps or risks.
• Set performance goals that support business strategy, focusing on capability development, efficiency, and productivity improvements.
• Develop a strong engineering talent pipeline, emphasizing skill growth, mentorship, and succession planning.
• Lead cost-reduction initiatives by aligning teams to design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and design-for-cost (DFC) principles.
• Represent the MPDE function during customer audits and manufacturing reviews; present updates and strategies to senior leadership.

What your background should look like:

Experience:

• 10+ years leading teams in product and process development, especially in medium- to high-volume manufacturing environments.

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in developing, validating, and scaling manufacturing processes.

• Proven success driving organizational change and building high-performing teams.

• Previous experience in cable/connector manufacturing is a plus but not required.

Technical Skills:

• Deep knowledge of manufacturing technologies: automation, molding, stamping, plating, machining, and assembly.

• Familiarity with materials (e.g., metal alloys, resins), and production methods related to cable assemblies.

• Solid foundation in manufacturing quality systems, Six Sigma principles, and root-cause analysis tools.

• Experience working with and negotiating equipment suppliers.

Leadership & Business Acumen:

• Strong ability to align engineering strategies with business goals and customer requirements.

• Skilled at influencing across functions and cultures; able to lead global, multicultural teams.

• Comfortable managing multiple complex projects in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

• Proven ability to mentor and coach team members to elevate performance.

Education & Tools:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering required; Master’s preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Able and willing to travel 20–35% internationally.

Competencies Managing and Measuring Work Building Effective Teams Motivating Others Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

ABOUTTE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity 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, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries. TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more atwww.te.com and onLinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

COMPENSATION
•Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $188,300 – 282,400 (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

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