Manufacturing & Process Development Engineer II - Assembly Automation (Onsite)

TE Connectivity Ltd.; Fuquay-Varina (NC); On-site; USD 82,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

TE Connectivity Ltd. is seeking a Manufacturing & Process Development Engineer II - Assembly Automation for the onsite Fuquay-Varina facility in Raleigh, NC. The role focuses on developing and optimizing manufacturing processes with automated assembly systems, robotics, and lean practices.

Travel is estimated at 10–25% as needed for projects and collaborations. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with automation systems, knowledge of lean manufacturing, and strong problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience with assembly automation systems.
• Knowledge of process troubleshooting and data analysis.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and sustain manufacturing processes with a focus on automation systems.
• Lead automation capital projects from concept through production implementation.
• Coordinate with production, quality, maintenance, tooling, and suppliers.
• Support PFMEA, control plans, and process validations.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Automation & Robotics

Root Cause Analysis

Project Management

Data Analysis

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Problem Solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

FANUC Robotics

ABB Robotics

PLCs

HMI Systems

SolidWorks

Job description

Manufacturing & Process Development Engineer II - Assembly Automation (Onsite)

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 Description:

Job Overview

This role reports to the Manufacturing Engineer Manager and is based in the Raleigh, NC area, supporting the Fuquay-Varina facility ONSITE. Travel is estimated at 10-25%.

The Manufacturing and Process Development Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes with a focus on automation systems. This role includes a mix of projects related to new product introduction and sustaining existing processes. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with automated assembly systems, robotics, and lean manufacturing methodologies.

Job Requirements

Manufacturing Process Improvement

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve productivity, quality, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Analyze process performance and identify opportunities to reduce scrap, downtime, and cycle times.
• Lead continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Support troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis of production and quality issues.
• Collaborate with tooling suppliers and maintenance teams to improve mold performance and reliability.
• Monitor molding performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.

Automation & Equipment Engineering

• Lead automation initiatives to improve safety, labor efficiency, and production throughput.
• Specify, procure, install, and validate automated equipment and robotic systems.
• Develop equipment requirements, statements of work, and project justifications.
• Coordinate equipment integration with PLCs, robotics, vision systems, conveyors, and ancillary equipment.
• Support programming and troubleshooting of automated manufacturing systems.

Project Management

• Manage automation capital projects from concept through production implementation.
• Develop project timelines, budgets, and ROI analyses.
• Coordinate activities with production, quality, maintenance, tooling, and suppliers.
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

Quality & Compliance

• Support PFMEA, Control Plans, process validations, and capability studies.
• Participate in corrective and preventive action activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality management systems.
• Assist with customer audits and quality investigations.

Documentation & Reporting

• Generate and maintain manufacturing documentation, process flow diagrams, and equipment specifications.
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) including efficiency, scrap, downtime, and yield.
• Provide technical training and support to production personnel and technicians.

What your background should look like

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience implementing or supporting assembly automation systems.
• Knowledge of process troubleshooting, statistical analysis, and root‑cause methodologies.
• Strong project management and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and manufacturing data analysis tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with robotics platforms such as FANUC, ABB, Universal Robots, Yaskawa, or Epson.
• Familiarity with PLCs, HMI systems, sensors, and machine controls.
• Experience with process validation protocols.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma certification.
• Experience with vision inspection systems and automated assembly equipment.
• CAD experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo, or similar).
• Experience in electrical devices, automotive, consumer products, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with Injection Molding

Key Competencies

• Process Optimization
• Automation & Robotics
• Project Management
• Data Analysis
• Continuous Improvement
• Root Cause Analysis
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
• Equipment Validation
• Leadership & Communication

Performance Metrics

• Reduction in scrap and rework costs
• OEE improvement
• Downtime reduction
• Successful capital project implementation
• Cycle time improvements
• Safety improvements
• Quality performance and PPM reduction
• Labor productivity improvement

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next‑generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/te-connectivity/), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/teconnectivity/), WeChat (http://www.te.com.cn/chn-zh/policies-agreements/wechat.html), Instagram andX (formerly Twitter). (https://twitter.com/TEConnectivity)

COMPENSATION

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $82,000 - $123,000 (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

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. TE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Job Locations:

8000 PURFOY ROAD

FUQUAY - VARINA, North Carolina 27526

United States

Posting City: Raleigh

Job Country: United States

Travel Required: 10% to 25%

Requisition ID: 158794

Workplace Type: Onsite

External Careers Page: Engineering & Technology

TE Connectivity and its subsidiaries, affiliates, and operating units (collectively, the "Company") is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.