Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - Electrical

TE Connectivity; Mount Joy (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 126,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Disability benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a Senior Electrical Manufacturing Engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced automated manufacturing systems, including robotic assembly cells. You will drive electrical engineering, controls, automation, and integration to improve safety, quality, throughput, reliability, and efficiency.

The role requires strong project leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to guide initiatives from concept through commissioning,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in manufacturing engineering with strong electrical/automation focus.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical projects or capital equipment implementations.
• Knowledge of PLCs, CAD tools, and lean six sigma is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering projects from concept through implementation.
• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Oversee automation and robotics integration in manufacturing.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure documentation.
• Drive process improvements and quality initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with standards and internal processes.

Skills

PLC, industrial networks, motion

Lean Six Sigma

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

MS Project / Smartsheet

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

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Manufacturing Engineer to lead the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of advanced manufacturing systems, including highly automated and robotic assembly cells. This role serves as a technical leader responsible for driving manufacturing excellence through expertise in electrical engineering, controls systems, automation, and electromechanical integration. The ideal candidate combines strong engineering knowledge with proven project management and cross-functional leadership skills to successfully execute complex manufacturing initiatives from concept and design through commissioning, validation, and production support. The Senior Electrical Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in improving safety, quality, throughput, reliability, and operational efficiency across the manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

• Lead cross-functional engineering projects from concept through implementation, including scope definition, scheduling, resource planning, and execution.
• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, vendors, and integrators throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive capital equipment projects, including specification development, vendor selection, procurement, installation, and commissioning.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation plans, and proactively manage issues to minimize impact on production and timelines.
• Track and report project progress, key milestones, and performance metrics to leadership.
• Lead design reviews, technical reviews, and project status meetings.
• Ensure proper documentation, change management, and adherence to internal engineering and quality processes.

Project Management & Execution

• Lead cross-functional engineering projects from concept through implementation, including scope definition, scheduling, resource planning, and execution.
• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, vendors, and integrators throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive capital equipment projects, including specification development, vendor selection, procurement, installation, and commissioning.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation plans, and proactively manage issues to minimize impact on production and timelines.
• Track and report project progress, key milestones, and performance metrics to leadership.
• Lead design reviews, technical reviews, and project status meetings.
• Ensure proper documentation, change management, and adherence to internal engineering and quality processes.

Manufacturing & Process Engineering

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Develop process documentation, FMEAs, and control plans.
• Analyze production data to drive process capability improvements.

Automation & Robotics

• Oversee integration and optimization of robotic and automated assembly systems.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams on system upgrades and new deployments.

Technical Leadership

• Serve as SME in electrical manufacturing and automation systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Quality & Compliance

• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions (8D, RCA).
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards and internal requirements.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain engineering documentation, schematics, and project records.
• Provide regular updates on project and process performance.

What Your Background Should Look Like

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Experience

• 5+ years in manufacturing engineering with strong electrical/automation focus
• Demonstrated experience leading technical projects or capital equipment implementations

Technical Skills

• PLCs, industrial networks, motion control, and electrical system design
• CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN)
• Lean / Six Sigma methodologies (preferred)

Project Management Skills

• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize competing demands
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar)
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Compensation

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $126,200 - $157,800 (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