Senior Manufacturing Engineer

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We are seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support our Automated Assembly operations. This role is responsible for improving manufacturing safety, quality, productivity, equipment performance, and process capability while providing hands-on technical leadership to production.
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will lead continuous improvement initiatives, troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues, support new product and equipment launches, and drive improvements in OEE, scrap, cycle time, downtime, capacity, and cost.
Lead process and equipment improvements focused on safety, quality, productivity, scrap reduction, OEE, downtime, cycle time, and capacity
Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities using TEOA/Lean Manufacturing principles
Analyze manufacturing performance and develop practical solutions to improve process capability, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency
Support customer quality issues and corrective actions through structured root-cause analysis
Apply engineering tools such as PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, DOE, capability studies, 8D, and 5 Why as appropriate

Provide hands-on engineering support to high-volume automated assembly operations
Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, tooling, pneumatic, controls, vision, and automation-related issues
Work closely with Production, Quality, Tooling, Controls, Maintenance, and other technical teams to resolve manufacturing problems
Support tooling, fixtures, dies, gauges, sensors, servos, pneumatic systems, and industrial automation equipment
Support machine vision systems, including platforms such as Cognex and Keyence

New Equipment and Product Introduction
Support new product introductions, capacity expansions, equipment transfers, and equipment qualifications
Develop technical requirements and support the specification, purchase, installation, debugging, qualification, and launch of manufacturing equipment
Work with machine builders, automation integrators, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure equipment meets manufacturing requirements
Support process validation, capability studies, production readiness, and equipment qualification activities

Lead capital, productivity, safety, and continuous improvement projects
Manage multiple projects and production priorities simultaneously
Prepare technical recommendations, equipment specifications, capital justifications, reports, and process documentation
Present technical issues, recommendations, and project updates to leadership
Lead cross-functional teams and mentor engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel without direct reporting responsibility

What your background should look like
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline preferred. Equivalent technical and manufacturing experience may also be considered.
Minimum of 5 years of Manufacturing Engineering experience, preferably in a high-volume automated manufacturing environment.
Strong hands-on troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
Experience supporting automated manufacturing or automated assembly equipment
Working knowledge of mechanical systems, tooling, pneumatics, PLCs, controls, sensors, servos, robotics, and industrial automation
Experience leading manufacturing improvement, automation, productivity, or capital projects
Experience with CAD software and strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Strong communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and lead cross-functional activities

Machine vision experience, particularly Cognex and/or Keyence
PLC and controls troubleshooting experience
Experience leading or supporting automated equipment design, build, installation, and qualification
Experience working with machine builders or automation integrators
Knowledge of tooling design, machining, dies, fixtures, gauges, and manufacturability
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, TEOA, TPS, or DMAIC experience or certification
Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
Experience in Automotive, Aerospace, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork
Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $102,500 – $128,100 (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
A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
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