MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN V

TE Connectivity; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 68,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a highly skilled Technician IV to lead advanced Wire EDM machining from engineering drawings and 3D models. You will develop processes, optimize cycle times, and troubleshoot complex issues with Tool Design, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality teams.

You will independently create machining strategies, set up tooling, and ensure tight tolerances on complex components, dies, and inserts, while maintaining thorough documentation and supporting continuous improvement

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 5+ years advanced machining, toolmaking, EDM, or related experience, or an Associate's degree with significant relevant experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Wire EDM setup, programming, and operation.
• Ability to independently develop Wire EDM processes from drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Strong experience machining complex geometries to tight tolerances.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T.
• Proficiency with precision measurement equipment.
• Experience machining hardened tool steels and difficult-to-machine materials.
• Experience with milling, turning, surface grinding, and profile grinding.
• Experience with Sinker EDM and related EDM processes.
• Working knowledge of CAD/CAM software and CNC/EDM programming.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, operate, and troubleshoot Wire EDM equipment for tooling and precision components.
• Independently develop Wire EDM processes from drawings, CAD models, and tooling requirements.
• Develop machining strategies for complex profiles and tight tolerances.
• Perform multi-pass and skim-cut operations to meet dimensional and surface-finish requirements.
• Verify programs and setups prior to machining and perform first-piece inspections.

Skills

Wire EDM programming

Wire EDM setup

Machining complex geometries

GD&T

Precision measurement

CAD/CAM software

CNC/EDM programming

Reading engineering drawings

Education

Associate's degree in Machining Technology

High school diploma + 5 years experience

Tools

Wire EDM equipment

CNC machines

CAD/CAM software

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

TE Connectivity is a leading provider of advanced automotive connectivity solutions, supporting virtually every electronic function within modern vehicles—from alternative power systems to infotainment and sensor technologies. Our products operate in demanding environments where precision, reliability, and quality are essential. Technician IV is an advanced technical position responsible for complex machining, tooling, and precision manufacturing activities, with a strong emphasis on Wire EDM programming, setup, process development, and operation.

This position requires a highly skilled technician capable of independently developing machining solutions for complex components, tooling, dies, inserts, and precision components with demanding dimensional and geometric requirements. Technician IV will work closely with Tool Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and other technical personnel to develop and execute machining processes from engineering drawings and 3D models through completed, inspected components. The individual will be expected to troubleshoot complex machining challenges, optimize processes, and provide technical guidance to other technicians and machinists.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set up, operate, and troubleshoot Wire EDM equipment for complex tooling and precision components.
• Independently develop Wire EDM processes from engineering drawings, CAD models, process documentation, and tooling requirements.
• Develop machining strategies for complex profiles, tight-tolerance features, intricate geometries, small openings, hardened materials, and difficult-to-machine components.
• Perform multi-pass and precision skim-cut operations to achieve required dimensional, geometric, and surface-finish requirements.
• Determine appropriate wire selection, cutting conditions, flushing parameters, workpiece setup, offsets, and machining sequences.
• Optimize Wire EDM programs and processes to improve dimensional accuracy, surface finish, cycle time, and overall process reliability.
• Troubleshoot Wire EDM problems involving wire breaks, flushing, taper, accuracy, surface finish, machine conditions, and material-related issues.
• Identify and correct process-related causes of dimensional variation and machining defects.
• Utilize CAD/CAM software and machine-specific programming systems to generate and modify Wire EDM programs.
• Verify programs, work offsets, cutting conditions, and machine setup prior to machining.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections and make appropriate program or process adjustments.
• Maintain accurate documentation of programs, setup information, tooling requirements, and process changes.

Engineering & Technical Support

• Work directly with Tool Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and other engineering functions to understand part functionality, tooling requirements, and assembly conditions.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, technical specifications, process sheets, CAD models, and GD&T requirements.
• Provide technical input during the development of new tooling and manufacturing processes.
• Assist engineering with determining manufacturing feasibility, process capability, and appropriate machining methods.
• Troubleshoot complex tooling and machining issues and develop effective corrective actions.
• Participate in root-cause analysis and continuous improvement activities.
• Support prototype, development, production, and tooling repair requirements.
• Recommend changes to machining processes, tooling designs, programs, or manufacturing methods to improve quality, efficiency, and repeatability.

What Your Background Should Look Like

• High school diploma with a minimum of 5 years of advanced machining, toolmaking, EDM, or related manufacturing experience, or an Associate's degree in Machining Technology with significant relevant experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Wire EDM setup, programming, and operation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop Wire EDM processes from engineering drawings and/or 3D CAD models.
• Strong experience machining complex geometries and components to tight tolerances.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, including GD&T.
• Demonstrated proficiency with precision measurement equipment.
• Experience machining hardened tool steels and other difficult-to-machine materials.
• Experience with milling, turning, surface grinding, and/or profile grinding.
• Experience with Sinker EDM and related EDM processes.
• Working knowledge of CAD/CAM software and CNC/EDM programming.

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, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

Compensation

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $68,400 – 102,600 (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.

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