SR R&D/Product DVL Engineer

Job description

Vue d'ensemble du travail

Job Overview

TE Connectivity’s Rapid Response Team (RRT) is a specialized, engineering-led initiative focused on accelerating the customer design process through rapid prototyping, improved collaboration between commercial and technical teams, and faster iteration cycles. Its core mission is to reduce time-to-market by delivering concept and pre-production solutions to customers within compressed timelines. As a Senior R&D/Product Development Engineer on the RRT, you will lead technical execution of early-stage development efforts, transforming customer requirements into manufacturable prototype solutions.

This is a fast-paced, high-impact role requiring strong engineering judgment, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to deliver results with speed and decisiveness.

Exigences du poste Responsibilities

• Lead concept-to-prototype activities from customer inquiry through delivery
• Translate Voice of Customer (VOC) requirements into engineering concepts, models, and prototype solutions
• Support rapid feasibility assessments, including technical risk, manufacturability, and cost trade-offs
• Execute within compressed development timelines aligned to RRT objectives

Product Design & Development

• Develop 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, and product concepts
• Apply GD&T, tolerance analysis, and engineering fundamentals to ensure design intent
• Utilize DFM/DfAM principles to create manufacturable, cost-effective solutions
• Perform engineering analysis (mechanical, thermal, etc.) to support early validation

Prototyping & Validation

• Lead and support prototype builds using additive manufacturing, machining, and assembly processes
• Troubleshoot prototype and design issues; drive rapid iterations
• Support inspection, validation, and test activities for early-stage product evaluation
• Ensure prototypes meet “fit-for-purpose” requirements for customer evaluation

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Project Management, Quality, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams
• Interface directly with customers to clarify requirements and present technical solutions
• Act as a bridge between engineering and commercial functions to accelerate decision-making Speed-to-Market Enablement

Support RRT KPIs, including

• Fast customer response cycles (~48 hours where applicable)
• Prototype delivery (~4-week timelines where feasible)
• Balance speed with technical rigor to enable transition into NPD or production programs

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Identify opportunities to reduce prototype cycle time and cost
• Evaluate new materials, technologies, and manufacturing methods
• Contribute to continuous improvement of RRT processes, tools, and execution model Responsabilités et Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline
• Typically 8+ years of experience in R&D, product development, or advanced engineering roles
• Experience in rapid prototyping, early-stage development, or new product introduction environments

Technical Skills

• Strong CAD modeling and drawing development capability (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks)
• Deep understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups o DFM / DfAM principles
• Manufacturing processes (additive, machining, forming, assembly)
• Experience developing prototypes and working in fast-paced engineering environments

Competencies

• Strong technical leadership and ability to influence without authority
• High sense of urgency and bias for action
• Ability to make decisions with incomplete data
• Strong communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Customer-focused mindset with strong business acumen Compétences SET

• Stratégie, Exécution, Talent (pour les responsables)