MGR I MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. **Job Overview** Contributes to the development of organizational strategy, and supports the implementation of operational plans in manufacturing engineering function. **Job Requirements** **Responsibilities** + Lead and develop a high-performing team of manufacturing engineers to meet business and operational goals. + Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency. + Oversee the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes, equipment, and tooling. + Ensure manufacturing engineering activities comply with TE standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications. + Manage new product introductions (NPI) into production, ensuring smooth transitions from design to manufacturing. + Collaborate with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance teams to solve complex technical issues. + Develop and manage departmental budgets, resource allocation, and project timelines. + Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and other advanced manufacturing methodologies to optimize operations. + Ensure a culture of safety, innovation, and teamwork across the engineering team. **Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred). + Minimum 5–8 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. + Proven track record of leading teams and delivering process improvements in a manufacturing environment. + Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies. + Experience with manufacturing automation, tooling, and process validation. + Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills. + Ability to work in a fast-paced, global manufacturing environment. **What your background should look like** Generally requires Bachelors degree in appropriate field with a minimum of 8 years of experience; Masters degree or higher or local equivalent may be preferred at this level **Competencies** SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers) Location: Prai, Penang, 07, MY, 13600 City: Prai, Penang State: 07 Country/Region: MY Travel: None Requisition ID: 138379 Alternative Locations: Function: Engineering & Technology TE Connectivity and its subsidiaries, affiliates, and operating units (collectively, the "Company") is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.