MGR II MFG & PROCESS DVL ENGINEERING

TE Connectivity; Middletown Township (PA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a Manufacturing & Process Development Engineering Manager to lead a global team focused on designing, optimizing, and validating manufacturing processes for new products. The role emphasizes Lean culture, DFM/DFM practices, and collaboration across R&D, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure robust, scalable production.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in process development with leadership experience, strong Lean/Six Sigma expertise, and a track record of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Optical or related field); Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing process development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven expertise in process design, optimization, and validation within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated track record of strong leadership and organizational development.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with process automation, equipment selection, and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of process development engineers, providing technical direction and career growth opportunities.
• Champion a TELEAN culture within MPDE NPD introduction.
• Oversee the design, development, and validation of new manufacturing processes and technologies to improve safety, product quality and production efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to support launches.
• Infuse DFM/DFM principles to ensure manufacturability at full scale.
• Establish and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process flow diagrams.
• Provide strategic Manufacturing Engineering oversight across a global portfolio.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other improvement methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (ISO, FDA, OSHA) and company policies.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Stay current with emerging manufacturing technologies and trends.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Process optimization

DFM/DFA principles

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

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's Aerospace Defense & Marine Division is currently seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing & Process Development Engineering Manager to lead the engineering team in the design, optimization, and implementation of manufacturing processes for new products in a rapidly growing climate. This role engages with global resources to ensure that project deliverables to the TE LEANPD process are on-quality, on-time, and on-cost.

Job Requirements

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of process development engineers, providing technical direction and career growth opportunities.
• Champion a TEOA Lean culture within the daily workflow of MPDE NPD introduction.
• Oversee the design, development, and validation of new manufacturing processes and technologies to improve safety, product quality and production efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to support the launch of production-ready new products.
• Infuse strong DFM/DFA principles to ensure delivery of robust, efficient and cost-effective designs that are manufacturable at full scale.
• Establish and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process flow diagrams.
• Provide strategic Manufacturing Engineering oversight and guidance across a global portfolio of product.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company policies throughout all process development activities.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to achieve milestones and deliverables.
• Stay current with emerging manufacturing technologies and trends, recommending adoption where beneficial.

What Your Background Should Look Like

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Optical or related field); Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing process development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven expertise in process design, optimization, and validation within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated track record of strong leadership and organizational development.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with process automation, equipment selection, and implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels including across remote dynamics.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, FDA, OSHA) applicable to manufacturing processes.

Competencies

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

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: $130,800 - $163,500 (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

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