Job Title: SR PROJECT MANAGER ENGINEER Posting Start Date: 12/26/25 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 Description: Job Overview
Drive innovative product development from VOC to launch. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge connectivity solutions that meet market demands while optimizing time-to-market, development costs, and quality standards. This role combines strategic project leadership with deep technical expertise in electrical/mechanical manufacturing processes such as molding, stamping, plating, and assembly.
Job RequirementsEnd-to-End Project Leadership (40%)
Own end-to-end NPD projects from VOC through market launch Develop comprehensive project plans including Critical Path Planning (CPP) with cross-functional stakeholders Execute stage-gate methodology ensuring on-time, on-budget, high-quality deliverables Identify critical path dependencies and proactively mitigate schedule risks Coordinate resources across R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Operation and Commercial teamsProject Financial Planning & Control (25%)
Create and manage project P&L throughout all development phases Conduct early-phase cost modeling for components, tooling, and manufacturing processes Perform financial gate reviews and provide business case recommendations to Project Approval Committee (PAC) Optimize product cost structures while maintaining quality and performance standardsStakeholder Communication & Reporting (20%)
Deliver regular project status updates to senior management and PAC Maintain project dashboards and information boards for team visibility Facilitate effective communication across global, cross-cultural teams Escalate critical issues requiring executive intervention with clear recommendationsProject Requirements Management (10%)
Define and maintain project and product scope in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring alignment and clear documentation of deliverables and boundaries throughout the project lifecycle. Transform Voice of Customer (VOC) into Product Requirements Documents (PRD) Validate design objectives against customer specifications and market needs Manage requirement changes and their impact on project scope/timelineContinuous Improvement & Support (5%)
Drive continuous improvement in project management area and best practice sharing.
What your background should look likeEducation & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field Minimum 5+ years project management experience in electro-mechanical product development Multinational manufacturing company experience strongly preferred Experience with connectivity products or related technologies advantageousTechnical Competencies:
Proficiency in manufacturing processes: injection molding, stamping, plating, assembly Working knowledge of FMEA, Design for Manufacturing (DFM), and Design for Six Sigma Advanced MS Project skills and project management tools Understanding of product cost modeling and financial analysisCertifications & Methodologies:
PMP, Prince2, or Agile certification preferred Experience with Stage-Gate® or similar NPD methodologiesCore Competencies:
Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with proactive risk management Exceptional communication and presentation skills in multicultural environments Financial acumen including budget management and contract negotiations Fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese (written and verbal) Competencies SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers) .buttontextd19aaee8b2e46edb a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontextd19aaee8b2e46edb a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #5B94FF !important; outline: none !important; }Job Locations:
SHANGHAI, Shanghai 200233
China