Global NPI Process Engineering Manager

Amphenol ICC; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol Communications Solutions in Schaumburg, IL seeks an experienced Process Development Manager to lead global NPI teams, drive process development, DFM engineering and automation in a fast-moving environment.

You will guide cross-functional manufacturing, quality and supply chain, applying Lean/Six Sigma, mentoring a team and managing projects from concept to production with a strong emphasis on quality and timely problem solving.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering (Manufacturing, Electromechanical or Mechanical).
• 12+ years of experience in Process Engineering, Process Qualification, or New Product Introduction within electronics or connector manufacturing.
• At least 5 years of current experience as Manager Position is required
• Strong problem-solving skills, capable of using data to analyze process and product problems – SPC, Six Sigma.
• Effective use of problem prevention tools, including Quality Planning, Poka Yoke, DFMEA, PFMEA, SPC X-Bar/R Charting, Cmk/Cpk, R&R, etc.
• Experience in high-speed stamping, injection molding, precious metal plating or manufacturing connector background preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, project management skills.
• Experience presenting complex progress and/or failure-analysis results to customers and non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of high-speed I/O connectors, electromechanical products, data-center applications, or similar interconnect technologies preferred
• Geometric Dimensions and Tolerance principles, and statical Engineering methods.
• Advanced level of decision making with responsibility for outcomes necessary

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate activities for the NPI teams globally.
• Participation in Design Reviews and provide collective feedback to Design Engineers on components and assembly Connectors (DFM).
• Collect process data and analyses, provide recommendations and observations to optimize assembly process to the ME team.
• Support and coordinate process qualification & customer samples through NPI personnel.
• Responsible for Transfer to Production once all development documents and qualifications are completed.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues and customer complaints.
• Ensure timely resolution of technical problems impacting manufacturing, supply chain, or product performance.
• Responsible for documentation including process specifications, work instructions, and engineering change notices.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to enhance yield, reduce cost, and improve reliability.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to drive measurable improvements.
• Mentor and lead a team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and manage engineering projects from concept through implementation.
• Track and report progress, risks, and outcomes to leadership.
• Support audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory documentation as needed.
• Travel to support vendor visits, troubleshooting, and inter-site collaboration.

Skills

SPC

Six Sigma

Problem Solving

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

DFMEA

PFMEA

R&R

Quality Planning

GDT & Tolerancing

Education

BS in Engineering (Manufacturing, Electromechanical or Mechanical)

Tools

DFMEA

PFMEA

SPC X-Bar/R Charting

Cmk/Cpk

Job description

Amphenol Communications Solutions in Schaumburg, IL seeks an experienced Process Development Manager to lead global NPI teams, drive process development, DFM engineering and automation in a fast-moving environment.

You will guide cross-functional manufacturing, quality and supply chain, applying Lean/Six Sigma, mentoring a team and managing projects from concept to production with a strong emphasis on quality and timely problem solving.