Sr. Automation Design Engineer

TE Connectivity Corporation; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 102,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity Corporation is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing and Process Development Engineer to enhance manufacturing excellence within its Medical business unit. The role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and project management skills to drive process optimization and innovation in medical device manufacturing, while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Health insurance

401(k)

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience.
• 3+ years of experience in equipment design or automation engineering.
• Expertise in technical documentation, including solid modeling and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and install customized manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex equipment issues and lead root cause analysis.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Automation, Biomedical Engineering, or related field

Tools

CAD software (SolidWorks)

Job description

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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

The Sr. Manufacturing and Process Development Engineer plays a crucial role within the equipment and process engineering (EPE) team that serves TE’s Medical business unit. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, project management, and innovative thinking to drive manufacturing excellence and process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualization, design, build, test, installation, and qualification of customized manufacturing equipment.
• Develop and document preventive maintenance procedures to ensure optimal equipment performance and longevity.
• Troubleshoot complex equipment issues and lead root cause analysis efforts.
• Innovation and Technology Integration (Primary)
  • Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in medical device manufacturing.
  • Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance production capabilities and product quality.
  • Collaborate with R&D teams to ensure applicability and adaptability to new product designs.
• Team Leadership and Mentoring (Primary)
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team.
  • Collaborate effectively with other departments, including Quality, R&D, NPD, and Operations.
• Project Management (Supporting)
  • Manage your project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Quality and Regulatory Compliance (Supporting)
  • Work with Quality Team to ensure all manufacturing processes and equipment comply with FDA regulations, ISO standards, and other relevant industry guidelines.

What your background should look like:

• Required Skills & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Automation, Biomedical Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of engineering experience
  • 3+ years of experience in equipment design or automation engineering
  • Expert with CAD software (SolidWorks) with solid proficiency in technical documentation, including solid modeling and engineering drawings.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Preferred Skills & Experience:
  • 2+ years of experience in the medical device industry
  • Experience with controls design, layout, and PLC programming.Hands on experience with CNC milling, manual lathe, manual mill, 3D printing, etc.
  • Knowledge of FDA regulations, ISO standards, OSHA standards and GMP requirements for medical device manufacturing.
  • Proven expertise in process development, equipment engineering, and project management.
    Understanding of statistical process analysis tools, including Design of Experiments (DOE) and Cpk for process development characterization and optimization.
• Physical Requirements
  • Extended periods of sitting or standing
  • Extended periods working in a cleanroom environment
  • Ability to lift 35 pounds
  • Extended periods of computer usage

ABOUTTE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries. TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more atwww.te.com and onLinkedIn , Facebook , WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

COMPENSATION
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience:$102,600 - $153,800 (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

Location:

PLYMOUTH, MN, US, 55442

City: PLYMOUTH

State: MN

Country/Region: US

Travel: Less than 10%

Requisition ID: 133151

Alternative Locations:

Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis
Job Segment: Biomedical Engineering, Medical Device Engineer, Project Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, Design Engineer, Engineering, Technology