MGR I R&D/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEERING

Contributes to the development of organizational strategy, and supports in implementation of operational plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and manage the complete product development life cycle (from voice of customer, ideation, Design Conceptualization, Creation of product specifications, 3D designs, Prototyping, Serial tool build, Product testing, Product qualification, Project Execution & Sustenance till product end of life) HV Connectors & Terminals, HV relays, Charge Inlets and high voltage cable assemblies for automotive applications
• Identify and execute on expanding our product portfolio in key strategic areas through new technologies.
• Interfaces with customers in the development of specifications and technical refinements, which can be used to direct the development of new products or improvements to existing product.
• Build a deep understanding of market and customer needs by fostering a connection between the product engineering team and application engineering team.
• Introduce breakthrough technologies by partnering technically with our customers and with our TE Global competency centers to enhance business revenue & growth. Apply engineering best practice to reduce cost and sustain exiting products to meet customer’s cost targets.
• Travel to customer sites, gather VOC, perform testing, and/or perform troubleshooting activities.
• Performing design reviews and pre-validation assessments to ensure the safe and environmentally sound processes and designs
• Lead technical discussion and decision making with cross functional team
• To be a team member with the rest of the Functional and Operational Areas to assure the Campus Objectives
• Implement and execute plans for the VA/VE (Engineered Savings) team to gather highest level of gross margin improvements and monitoring the results.
• Supervise and balance the allocation of work across functional leads; review and provide performance feedback; mentor, develop and motivate them; oversee the implementation of talent development program at the engineering centers for all employees; recruit, motivate, reward and address employee grievances in order to achieve performance and retain talent

Education and Knowledge

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Fluent in English, both oral and Witten.
• Good teamwork and willing to make contribution to team

Critical Experience

• Minimum 16 years of hands-on experience
• Possess a working knowledge of:
  • Connector Engineering fundamentals.
  • Basic electrical fundamentals and vehicle architecture
  • Connector stamping, plating, molding, and assembly manufacturing processes.
• Ability to solve problems in a methodical, logical, and disciplined manner.
• Understanding of resins, metals and processing costs to recommend substitutions and improve margins.
• Ability to coordinate activities with various Functions while balancing Customer requirements and timing with project budget.
• Good Experience in Product validation and testing (DV / PV) of automotive products

Competencies

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

WHAT TE CONNECTIVITY OFFERS:
We are pleased to offer you an exciting total package that can also be flexibly adapted to changing life situations - the well-being of our employees is our top priority!

• Competitive Salary Package
• Performance-Based Bonus Plans
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Community Outreach Programs / Charity Events
• Employee Resource Group

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Across our global sites and business units, we put together packages of benefits that are either supported by TE itself or provided by external service providers. In principle, the benefits offered can vary from site to site.

Job Locations:

11th Floor, Panchshil Avenue
Pune, Mahārāshtra 411006
India

Posting City: Pune Job Country: India Travel Required: 10% to 25% Requisition ID: 152806 Workplace Type: Onsite External Careers Page: Engineering & Technology