Amphenol CIT is looking for an Engineering Manager – Wire & Cable to provide technical and strategic leadership to engineering teams supporting wire and cable manufacturing operations. This role aims to drive results through process optimization, product innovation, machine design, and sustaining engineering activities, ensuring the delivery of high-reliability products to customers.
Requirements
- Understanding of modern wire manufacturing techniques, automation, and software integration.
- Previous Experience with developing, managing processes such as Process and Product Design and development, configuration management, Root Cause/Corrective Action etc.
- Expertise in applying engineering concepts and tools, including DFM, process capability analysis, Six Sigma, Lean, and Design of Experiments, to drive operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and direction to engineering teams, including process engineering, project engineering, automation/software, and configuration management, with a strong focus on developing technical and leadership capabilities within the team.
- Serve as the technical subject matter expert (SME) for wire and cable manufacturing, applying design for manufacturability (DFM) principles to optimize production processes and reduce costs.
- Develop and refine engineering processes, standards, and policies (e.g., ECOs, design, equipment/process qualification) using Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency and product reliability.
- Support new product development by collaborating with product management and sales on quotations, prototypes, and production launches, ensuring manufacturability and scalability.
- Manage engineering resources and lead capital equipment planning to meet business objectives and drive manufacturing efficiency.
- Drive quality, delivery, and cost objectives through corrective actions, continuous improvement, and DFM-driven strategies.
- Incorporate the latest technological advancements to maximize process capability and deliver measurable KPI results
Other
- Exceptional leadership skills with a proven track record of developing high-performing technical teams through mentorship, training, and career development.
- Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Proven ability to lead company-wide initiatives, drive positive change, and implement process improvements that enhance manufacturing capabilities and product quality.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering field required.
- 10+ years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years in engineering leadership roles.
