Supervisor - R&D/Product Development Engineering - Automotive Connector System

Supervisor R&D Product Development Engineering

Role and Objective : Design & Development of automotive connector system.

Job Summary :

- We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Supervisor R&D Product Development Engineering who will be responsible for leading a team of engineers and designers in the design and development of automotive connector systems.

- The successful candidate will have a strong background in product development engineering and experience in the automotive industry.

- This role will require strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively

with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities :

- Lead a team of engineers and designers in the design and development of automotive connector systems.

- Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure timely and efficient completion of projects.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and sales to ensure product requirements are met.

- Conduct product testing and validation to ensure product performance meets customer specifications and industry standards.

- Develop and maintain engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.

- Manage and prioritize multiple projects to meet customer needs and business objectives.

- Mentor and develop team members to maximize their potential and achieve team goals.

- Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, health, and environmental regulations and guidelines.

Education and knowledge :

- Bachelor's / master's degree in engineering (Mechanical)

- Knowledge of state-of-the-art design tools such as Creo modelling, Geometric Dimension & Tolerancing (GD&T), GPS, electrical & electronic design, and Simulation

- Basic knowledge in manufacturing process (machining, molding, stamping, plating, etc.) will be a plus.

- Basic knowledge in material (metal/plastic) properties will be a plus.

- Basic knowledge of transmission line/signal integrity concepts is helpful in completing required tasks.

- Familiarity with quality tools (FMEA, 6sigma, DOE, 8D.) will be a plus

Experience :

- 10+ years of experience in Design and Development of products preferably in connectors / plastic parts

- Good knowledge about connector fundamentals and their applications in an automotive industry preferred

- Strong knowledge about Tolerance stack-up, GD&T / GPS and Scoop proofing, Stubbing and Creepage calculation will be an added advantage

- Good Knowledge in Creo software & PDM windchill.

- Capable of supporting Multiple Projects simultaneously

- Good Conceptual, problem solving and Analytical Skills

- Ability to communicate effectively and accurately across multi-cultural groups.

- Should be Self-Motivated, Adaptive, Passionate about results and a Good Team Player.

- Strong Technical Aptitude with Willingness to learn new Technologies quickly.

- Demonstrated working Experience in a fast paced and changing environment with the ability to work to tight deadlines.

- Technical expertise in injection molding process and mold defects

- Good Knowledge on Material and finishing process

- Good knowledge on measurement instruments / methods / validations

- Good Exposure to DFA & DFMEA