Engineering Function Leader for Sub Vertical in China

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.
Lead the engineering function for Sub Vertical in China, driving innovation, product development, manufacturing excellence, and technical innovation to support the "Grow in China" initiative. This role serves as the critical technical bridge between global engineering teams and local commercial functions (Product Management, Marketing, Sales, Business Development), ensuring products meet Chinese market requirements while maintaining global standards.
Technical Leadership & Product Development (40%)
Lead design, development, and optimization of AC and DC contactor products for Chinese market applications
Drive product localization strategies balancing cost, performance, and compliance with Chinese standards (GB, CCC certification)
Establish and maintain technical roadmaps aligned with global product strategy and local market needs
Oversee prototype development, validation testing, and product qualification processes
Ensure compliance with safety standards (IEC 60947, UL, CCC) and environmental regulations (RoHS, REACH)

Team Leadership & Development (25%)
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of Product Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration
Conduct performance management, talent development, and succession planning
Establish engineering best practices and standardized development processes

Manufacturing & Operations Excellence (20%)
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles
Drive cost reduction initiatives through value engineering and supplier collaboration
Support production ramp-up, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement corrective actions
Lead APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) and DFMEA activities

Global & Cross-Functional Collaboration (15%)
Act as technical liaison between China operations and global engineering centers
Partner with Product Managers to translate market requirements into engineering specifications
Support Sales and Business Development with technical presentations, customer engagements, and application engineering
Collaborate with Marketing on product positioning, competitive analysis, and go-to-market strategies
Participate in global engineering councils and knowledge-sharing forums

What your background should look like
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field
8+ years of experience in electrical components or power distribution equipment
3+ years of hands-on experience with AC and/or DC contactors (design, testing, or application engineering)
5+ years of people management experience leading engineering teams

Working knowledge of contactor design principles (magnetic circuits, contact materials, etc.)
Understanding of key electrical standards (IEC 60947, GB 14048, or UL 508)
Proficiency in basic CAD software and electrical simulation tools

Critical Soft Skills & Leadership
Cross-functional collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively across departments (Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, Quality) and influence without direct authority
Cross-cultural communication: Excellent communication skills in both Mandarin and English, with demonstrated ability to bridge cultural differences between global and local teams
Matrix organization experience: Success working in complex organizational structures with multiple stakeholders across different countries and time zones
Adaptability: Ability to balance global standards with local market requirements and navigate ambiguous situations

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)
TYCO ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY PARKSHENZHEN, Guangdong 518108China

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