STAFF MFG & PROCESS DVL ENGINEER

TE Connectivity plc

Middletown, DE

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Automation, Budget Management, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Diversity, Documentation, Economic Analysis, Electrochemistry, Emergency Procedures, Emergency Response, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Environmental Regulations, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Selection, Experiment Design, Feasibility Analysis, ISO 14001, Identify Issues, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing Methods, Manufacturing Process Engineering, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Material Science, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Plating Processes, Pollution Prevention, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Analysis, Process Control Engineering, Process Development, Process Improvement, Professional Engineer, Project/Program Management, Quality Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Software Simulation, Statistical Analysis System (SAS), Statistical Process Control, Statistics Software, Strategic Planning, System Operations, Talent Management, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Waste Disposal, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Middletown, DE
POSTED
9 days ago

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Job Title: STAFF MFG & PROCESS DVL ENGINEER

Posting Start Date: 5/21/26

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

Implements manufacturing techniques, processes, tools, and machinery to maximize throughput; performs research on products and manufacturing processes and shares the same with senior engineers.

What your background should look like

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related technical field
  • 8+ years of experience in electroplating or surface finishing operations
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
  • Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in relevant field is a plus

Technical Skills

  • Deep understanding of electrochemical principles and plating chemistry
  • Experience with wastewater treatment technologies (chemical precipitation, ion exchange, membrane processes)
  • Proficiency in process simulation software and statistical analysis tools
  • Knowledge of environmental regulations and permit requirements
  • Experience with automated plating systems and process control

Leadership & Communication

  • Proven ability to lead technical teams and cross-functional projects
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in project management and budget development

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with ISO 14001 environmental management systems
  • Knowledge of Six Sigma or lean manufacturing methodologies
  • Familiarity with RCRA and TSCA regulations

Job Requirements

Equipment Selection & Engineering

  • Evaluate, specify, and select electroplating equipment including rectifiers, filtration systems, plating tanks, and automation components
  • Conduct feasibility studies for new plating technologies and equipment upgrades
  • Collaborate with vendors to define technical specifications and performance requirements
  • Lead equipment installation, commissioning, and validation activities
  • Develop equipment maintenance programs and troubleshooting procedures

Process Optimization

  • Design and optimize electroplating processes for improved quality, efficiency, and throughput
  • Conduct statistical process control (SPC) analysis and design of experiments (DOE) to identify process improvements
  • Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and control plans
  • Implement advanced process control strategies and monitoring systems
  • Troubleshoot complex plating defects and implement corrective actions

Wastewater Treatment & Environmental Compliance

  • Design and optimize wastewater treatment systems for plating operations
  • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations (EPA, local discharge permits)
  • Implement waste minimization and pollution prevention strategies
  • Monitor and analyze wastewater chemistry and treatment system performance
  • Develop emergency response procedures for environmental incidents

Cost Savings & Efficiency Improvements

  • Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities in chemical consumption, energy usage, and waste disposal
  • Conduct economic analysis of process improvements and equipment investments
  • Lead cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence goals
  • Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for plating operations
  • Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives

Competencies

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

Job Locations:

Posting City: HERMOSILLO SONORA

Job Country: Mexico

Travel Required: 10% to 25%

Requisition ID: 152999

Workplace Type: Hybrid

External Careers Page: Engineering & Technology

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About the Company

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TE Connectivity plc

TE Connectivity is an industry leader with an entrepreneurial spirit, fueled by innovation and collaboration. Our emphasis on forward thinking has attracted the brightest industry minds, allowing them to thrive and create breakthrough solutions that deliver a competitive advantage to our customers.

TE Connectivity is a global, $12.1 billion company that designs and manufactures over 500,000 products that connect and protect the flow of power and data inside the products that touch every aspect of our lives. Our nearly 90,000 employees partner with customers in virtually every industry—from consumer electronics, energy and healthcare, to automotive, aerospace and communication networks—enabling smarter, faster, better technologies to connect products to possibilities.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Electronics, Components, and Semiconductor Mfg
FOUNDED
2007
WEBSITE
http://www.te.com/usa-en/home.html