MGR I R&D/Product DVL Engineering

Job description

Job Overview

Work on driving NPD/ NPI and High speed CON designs for ADM BU. They also initiate and implement programs to continuously improve quality and cost, while meeting customer requirements and may support and implement product extensions to existing platform products to meet specific customer requirements. They are the key experts in the products they are responsible for at TE Responsibilities: Drive Innovation: Lead the generation and development of new products, ensuring ideas are transformed into optimally engineered solutions [To Quality, Cost and Timelines] that align with business goals Technical Leadership: Own and oversee the definition of product specifications, engineering analyses, prototyping, and validation through rigorous testing and simulation tools to guarantee robust, compliant designs.

Mandate usage and deployment of LDFSS in designs, Lead design technical reviews and signoffs Project Ownership: Provide technical sign-off and accountability for New Product Development (NPD) and LEAP projects, ensuring all deliverables meet quality and customer requirements Validation & Qualification: Own and drive the validation and qualification of electromechanical components/products for Aerospace & Defense markets, leveraging advanced tools and methodologies (e.g., LDFSS)

Complex Problem Solving

Develop solutions to complex technical challenges, requiring deep analysis and innovative thinking.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with global & local engineering and cross-functional teams to deliver new products on time, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Continuous Improvement

Benchmark and implement productivity improvement methods, stay updated on new technologies/materials, and initiate cost-saving or product-enhancing projects.

Team Development

Train, mentor, and develop team members to build a versatile, multi-skilled engineering resource pool, ensuring organizational capability and succession.

Stakeholder Engagement

Build networks with key contacts beyond the immediate team, supporting strategic objectives and driving technology and innovation, Building roadmap for Connector NPD and High speed CON teams Candidate Desired Profile: EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE BE/ B.Tech (Mechanical/ Electrical) Expertise in statistical process control methodology & Lean Design for Six Sigma & Continuous Improvement methodologies Experience in design tools such as GD&T, DFMEA, DFM, and Tolerance Stack-ups.

Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes like Molding, Stamping, Plating, other Metal Forming and plastic miniaturing processes. Added advantage would be good knowledge in additive Manufacturing process. Experience in Materials and Product Designs involving Metals, Plastic and Sheet Metal parts. Experience in Global Certifications and Regulatory Standards (EN, MIL etc.), Specifications Knowledge of product, design processes and methodology, testing & Qualification.

Expertise on CAD & CAE tools, Optimization techniques, and testing methods Aware and can manage costing workout for the products Correlation of Test and simulation data / results. Experience with testing, qualification, and correlation of simulation and test results. CRITICAL

EXPERIENCE

14-16 years of industry experience

COMPETENCIES

System and Product knowledge: Thorough understanding of customer requirements, product and application needs, required for creating effective designs Market intelligence: A thorough understanding of market trends and technologies.

Conceptual thinking

Being able to see a broad picture, understand problems by putting the pieces together and simplify complex issues.

Concern for order, quality, and accuracy

An underlying drive to reduce uncertainty by continuous risk assessments, taking accurate decisions, and continuously improve processes.

Communication skills

Fluent communication skills to be able to articulate well with customers and teams across different functions & locations.

Internal stakeholder management

Manage requests, address customer requirements and work effectively with different cross functional teams.

Interpersonal skills and people management

Supervise and manage a team by ensuring compliance with rules and processes at TE and keep them motivated. MOTIVATIONAL/CULTURAL FIT Passion / interest in technical innovations, products and processes Problem solving acumen Passion for coaching and developing people Service orientation Proactive approach Clear and concise communication Competencies SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)