Head of Engineering – Connectors | Global NPI & Growth

MRSL Group; North Carolina; On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

MRSL Group seeks an experienced Head of Engineering – Connectors to lead the engineering function for a global interconnect manufacturer from North Carolina. You will drive innovation, product development, and operational performance across multiple units, reporting to the General Manager.

Lead a high-performing team, partner with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain, and ensure quality, compliance, and timely new product introductions.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing processes including injection moulding, metal stamping and DFM.
• Proven track record of delivering cross-functional engineering projects across multiple sites or international teams.
• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks and CAD software, and strong drawing creation/interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the engineering function across global units, aligning with long-term vision.
• Lead and develop a high-performing international engineering team with a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure seamless product development and production launches.
• Define and execute the product strategy across full lifecycle from concept to end-of-life.
• Own ECNs/PCNs, product validation, and technical documentation to ensure quality and minimal disruption.
• Establish a responsive design engineering capability and drive innovation for standard and customized solutions.
• Champion new product development, simulation, and design for manufacture.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, revisions, and inspections for manufacturability and viability.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, IATF 16949, REACH, RoHS and other standards across all products.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

People development

Analytical thinking

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

Job description

MRSL Group seeks an experienced Head of Engineering – Connectors to lead the engineering function for a global interconnect manufacturer from North Carolina. You will drive innovation, product development, and operational performance across multiple units, reporting to the General Manager.

Lead a high-performing team, partner with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain, and ensure quality, compliance, and timely new product introductions.