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Job Description:
Job Overview
The Manufacturing Engineer - NPD (MPDE) is responsible for developing and implementing manufacturing processes required to support the successful launch of new products from concept through production. This role serves as the manufacturing engineering representative within the New Product Development (NPD) organization and is responsible for ensuring manufacturing readiness throughout the stage-gate process.
Job Requirements
- Lead manufacturing process development and industrialization activities throughout the NPD stage-gate process, ensuring manufacturing readiness at each project milestone.
- Define manufacturing tooling and equipment requirements and lead the specification, design, procurement, validation, and implementation of production tooling, assembly fixtures, test fixtures, and manufacturing equipment.
- Drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA) initiatives during product development.
- Develop and maintain Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs) and support risk mitigation activities throughout product development and launch.
- Support prototype builds, qualification testing, pilot production, and manufacturing readiness activities for new product launches.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to identify and resolve manufacturing issues using structured problem-solving methodologies and corrective action processes.
- Own and maintain manufacturing documentation including process flow charts, routers, work instructions, Value Stream Maps (VSMs), and other process control documents.
- Manage multiple products simultaneously across different phases of the New Product Development process.
- Demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn new technologies and processes while adapting to changing business and project priorities.
What your background should look like
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- 0–2 years of engineering experience (internship, co-op, or full-time)
- Familiarity with DFM principles, GD&T, and engineering drawing interpretation
- Familiarity with 3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks and/or Creo
- Basic understanding of FMEA (DFMEA/PFMEA) and quality tools
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
We value:
- Exposure to CAE/ simulation tools (ANSYS, ABAQUS or others)
- Familiarity with PLM systems (PDMLink or equivalent)
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma fundamentals
- Experience within the subsea Oil & Gas industry.
- Experience with underwater fiber optic and electrical connector cable assemblies.
COMPENSATION
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $69,500 - $86,900 (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
Job Locations:
- Posting City: KATY
- Job Country: United States
- Travel Required: 10% to 25%
- Workplace Type: Onsite
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.