TE Connectivity · 2 days ago
Manager II R&D/Product Development Engineering - Fiber Optics
Fairview, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$165K/yr - $220K/yr
5+ years expTE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a Manager II, you will lead a regional engineering team focused on delivering innovative connectivity solutions for aerospace and defense applications, ensuring successful delivery of new product development and sustaining engineering projects.
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage a regional engineering team responsible for NPD, NPI, and sustaining engineering activities
Integrate AI-driven tools into daily workflows for design optimization, predictive analysis, and process automation
Execute engineering deliverables to meet cost, quality, and schedule targets aligned with business growth plans
Collaborate with Product Management, Operations, and Quality to translate customer needs into manufacturable, cost-effective solutions
Use AI for data-driven insights to improve project prioritization, resource allocation, and risk management
Manage project pipeline, ensuring prioritization and resource allocation for strategic initiatives
Own and implement design-for-manufacturability and continuous improvement to enhance product reliability and performance
Support manufacturing sites by resolving technical issues, implementing product/process changes, and driving corrective actions
Maintain engineering standards and validation processes to ensure compliance with TE and customer requirements
Develop and mentor engineering talent, fostering a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and AI adoption
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field (advanced degree preferred)
5–10 years of engineering experience, including managerial roles
Proven track record in managing NPD/NPI projects from concept to production
Strong understanding of design principles, materials, and environmental performance requirements
Experience collaborating with manufacturing operations and cross-functional teams
Solid background in project management and sustaining engineering
Familiarity with AI applications in engineering (e.g., predictive modelling, generative design, automation)
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Preferred
Experience in aerospace, defense, or industrial connectivity markets
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
Company
TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity provides and markets engineered electronic components, network solutions, and specialty products.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.1B2025-04-29Post Ipo Debt· $1.47B
2025-01-28Post Ipo Debt· $782.37M
2024-07-30Post Ipo Debt· $350M
Leadership Team
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Terrence R. Curtin
Chief Executive Officer
Heath A. Mitts
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-11-14
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