Director R&D Product Development Engineering

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Job Overview

TE Connectivity’s R&D/Product Development Engineering Teams conceive original ideas for new products, introduce them into practice. They are responsible for product development, and qualification from market definition through production and release; assist in the qualification of suppliers for new products to ensure suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services for new or improved manufacturing processes; conduct feasibility studies, testing on new and modified designs;

direct and support detailed design, testing, prototype fabrication and manufacturing ramp. The R&D/Product Development Engineering Teams provide all required product documentation including, but not limited to, Solid Model, 2D/3D production drawings, product specifications, and testing requirements. They create and modify detailed drawings and drafting or conceptual models from layouts, rough sketches or notes and contribute to design modifications to facilitate manufacturing operation or quality of product.

Typical fields of expertise include: materials, mechanics and systems, electrical, optics, chemistry, software, automation systems, packaging, testing and measurement, and manufacturing of electrical, mechanical and electronic components, products, and their integration into systems

As a member of the Digital Data Networks (DDN) business unit in TE Connectivity, the Director R&D Product Development Engineering will be responsible for defining and executing a technical vision and strategy for assigned product lines within the Converged portfolio. This includes leading a global team of 50+ engineers across multiple disciplines, primarily located in Asia and the U.S., to design and develop high-speed products used in switches, servers, and storage systems for data communication and wireless infrastructure.

In this role, you will drive technology and product decisions that directly impact business performance. You will lead innovation and execution to enhance competitiveness, while building a high-performing team and fostering a culture of adaptability, continuous learning, and experimentation. Success in this role requires achieving business objectives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, while promoting innovation, high performance, and employee wellbeing.

Year 1 Success Factors

• Demonstrable knowledge and familiarity of high-speed product lines within the Converged Portfolio for data center applications and alignment to the Converged portfolio roadmap
• Refreshed NPI process for consistent delivery of products on time and within budget
• Implementation of critical design control plans in manufacturing
• Customer recognition as a credible Technology Leader
• Delivery of a talent roadmap consistent with the long-term strategy plan for the Converged self-directed business team (SBT)

• Lead your team to successfully develop high-speed connector, cable assembly, and/or socket solutions from market definition through production and release.
• Leverage relationships within customer and supplier communities to identify and capitalize on performance gaps, working across engineering disciplines and functions to apply existing technologies and create new business opportunities. Key cross-functional partners include Product Management, the Chief Technology Office, Product Execution, Operations, and Sales.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers to deeply understand their technical needs, strategic goals, and pain points. Leverage these insights to align product development efforts, prioritize features, and drive customer-focused innovation that delivers measurable outcomes.
• Contribute to the definition of technology roadmaps that align with business growth objectives and long-term product strategy, helping to prioritize and guide new product development initiatives.
• Support the deployment and continuous improvement of quality-in-design processes, ensuring that all new products are developed in compliance with applicable standards and customer expectations.
• Translate the BU strategy into a clear vision and purpose for your global organization that balances both transformational and incremental changes necessary to execute on the BU strategy both in the short-term and long-term.
• Effectively lead a global team of engineers across multiple disciplines managing individuals with diverse backgrounds, experience levels, and cultural perspectives.
• Set relevant and actionable performance goals for your team aligned to the BU strategy with a focus on developing capabilities and increasing…