Technical Problem Solver Expert – Red X

Jobicy; United States; Remote; USD 130,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

TE Connectivity is seeking a Technical Problem Solver Expert to lead resolution of high-impact technical issues using structured methodologies like Shainin Red X and Six Sigma. You will drive improvements in quality, cost, and delivery while developing problem-solving capabilities across the organization.

The role requires an engineering degree, Shainin Red X certification, and 5–10 years of experience in technical problem solving.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required.
• Shainin Red X Journeyman/Master certification mandatory.
• Six Sigma Black Belt/Master Black Belt preferred.
• 5–10 years' experience in technical problem solving.
• Proven track record solving complex technical issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex and difficult technical problems.
• Lead cross-functional team using structured problem-solving methods (Shainin, Six Sigma).
• Define priorities and drive project governance.
• Anticipate roadblocks and find solutions.
• Coach and develop Problem Solver Practitioners.
• Select high-impact projects across plants or business units.
• Report progress, savings, and personnel development to senior management.

Skills

Problem solving

Shainin Red X

Six Sigma

Leadership

Cross-functional

Statistical analysis

Education

Engineering degree (physical, mechanical, electrical, materials)

Tools

Minitab

JMP

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

The Technical Problem Solver Expert leads the resolution of complex, high-impact technical issues using structured methodologies such as Shainin Red X and Six Sigma. This role drives measurable improvements in quality, cost, and delivery, while developing problem-solving capabilities across the organization.

Job Requirements

As a Technical Problem-Solving Expert, you will:

• Solve complex and difficult technical problems
• Lead a cross-functional team to apply diligently a structured problem-solving methodology (Shainin, Six Sigma or equivalent)
• Define priorities
• Proactively anticipate roadblocks to find solutions and escape when needed
• Ensure rigor and governance of Problem Solving methodologies across the organization
• Coach and develop Problem Solver Practitioners
• Select the projects that will have the highest impact across plants or business unit
• Report out to Senior Management project progress, people development, savings

What your background should look like

Qualifications & Skills

• Engineering degree (Physical, Mechanical, Electrical, Materials or related)
• Shainin Red X Journeyman or Master certification (mandatory)
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt preferred
• 5-10 years' experience in Technical Problem solving
• Proven track record solving complex technical issues
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Leadership and cross-functional team management
• Apply statistical analysis (Minitab, JMP) to validate root causes and/or solutions
• Understanding of engineering fundamentals
• Strong attention to detail
• Willing to develop others
• Be a positive change agent

Impact

• Reduce Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ)
• Improve product quality and customer satisfaction
• Strengthen the Problem-Solving culture
• Deliver measurable business impact

Competencies

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

COMPENSATION

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $130,400-163,000 (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