Research and Development Product Development Engineer

R&D/PRODUCT DVL ENGINEER 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 Design & Development of automotive connector system. ICT BU Offers a complete portfolio for the truck, bus, construction, agriculture, recreation, marine and two-wheeler markets. World leadership in rough and rugged connectivity, and our innovation in transformational new areas such as electrification, makes us the partner of choice for vehicles where reliability is critical, and failure is not an option. Job Requirements Responsible for mechanical design of Connectors based on customer requirement for Automotive Applications Responsible to carry out detailed mechanical design work including 3D modelling, Proposal / detail drawings for costing / production, initiating simulation and prepare design verification / product validation plan per requirement. Responsible for choosing standard parts, features, material as per internal guidelines which would meet the internal / customer target process and cost. Responsible for preparing and presenting design reviews per manufacturability, update design per suggestion and keep record. Responsible for carrying out design change requests in a timely manner / own the product responsibility Responsible for optimizing a stable Process Flow for new projects and improving existing ones Responsible for modifications to the product as it goes through the different phases such as: Concept, Detailing, Design verification, Tooling, Evaluation and Validation What your background should look like Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. 4+ years of experience in product design and development, preferably within the connector, automotive, or electro-mechanical industry. Strong expertise in Creo, Windchill/PDM, 3D modeling, GD&T, GPS standards, and tolerance stack-up analysis. Hands-on experience in concept-to-production product development, validation, and lifecycle management. Good understanding of manufacturing processes including injection molding, stamping, die casting, plating, assembly, and tooling/fixtures. Knowledge of DFMEA, engineering calculations, design validation, and automotive standards such as USCAR, LV214, or similar specifications. Experience with plastic and sheet metal components; connector design experience is highly preferred. Familiarity with high-voltage connectors, EMC/creepage requirements, signal integrity, and simulation tools is an added advantage. Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills using methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, and Fishbone Analysis. Ability to translate Voice of Customer (VoC) into robust technical requirements and engineering solutions. Proven track record of independently managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while meeting quality, cost, and timeline targets. Effective communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills across global and cross-functional teams. Self-driven, adaptable, and passionate about delivering innovative engineering solutions and leading technical challenges. Experience Level Mid Level