Engineering Manager – HSIO Cables

THE COMPANY

Our client is a top global leader in interconnect technology, one of the world’s largest and most respected manufacturers of high-performance interconnect products. With a diverse portfolio that includes electrical, electronic, and fiber optic connectors, coaxial and flat-ribbon cable, and advanced interconnect systems, the company plays a critical role in powering connectivity across industries. Their products are at the heart of today’s most dynamic markets: communications, data processing, and information storage including cable television, cellular networks, and next-generation data systems (hyperscalers). They are also a trusted partner in aerospace, defense, automotive, rail, and other transportation and industrial applications, ensuring performance, safety, and reliability where it matters most. Joining this company means becoming part of a global innovator shaping the future of connectivity across multiple industries.

THE POSITON
Summary:
The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the Manufacturing Engineering function to support daily production execution, new product industrialization (NPI), process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives within a high-speed cable manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead, develop, and manage the Engineering team (Process Engineers, Industrial Engineers, NPI Engineers, Engineering Technicians).
• Establish clear priorities, assign workload, track results, and ensure achievement of department objectives.
• Drive a culture of operational discipline, sense of urgency, continuous improvement, and accountability.

Manufacturing Process Ownership and Control

• Be accountable for the performance of manufacturing processes for high-speed cable production.
• Ensure process standardization, stability, and capability to meet quality and productivity requirements.
• Develop and maintain critical documentation including work instructions, process sheets, manufacturing routings, critical parameters, layouts, and process specifications.

New Product Industrialization and Launch (NPI)

• Lead execution of NPI projects, ensuring successful product launches from prototype builds through full production ramp-up.
• Coordinate with the business and Corporate Product Development Engineering team for planning and execution of new product launches.
• Coordinate development and implementation of tooling, fixtures, equipment, and validations required for production start-up.
• Ensure on-time completion of key deliverables such as PFMEA, Control Plan, Process Flow, Work Instructions, and internal validations.

Quality and Problem Solving

• Support the Quality team in investigating and resolving issues related to internal defects, scrap, rework, and customer complaints.
• Implement permanent corrective actions, ensuring verification, effectiveness, and long-term sustainability.
• Drive continuous improvement of key metrics such as FPY, Yield, Scrap, and recurring defect trends.

Continuous Improvement and Cost Reduction

• Identify and implement productivity improvements using Lean Manufacturing tools (Kaizen, SMED, VSM, line balancing, waste elimination).
• Reduce cycle time, downtime, and process variation.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives (VA/VE), process optimization projects, and material consumption improvements.
• Support OEE improvement initiatives and bottleneck elimination activities.

Equipment, Automation, and CAPEX

• Lead capital investment (CAPEX) projects including equipment selection, ROI analysis, quoting, purchasing, installation, and commissioning.
• Implement automation or semi-automation solutions focused on improving safety, quality, and productivity.
• Define technical requirements and standards for tooling, fixtures, and critical equipment.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Planning, and Program Management to ensure plant performance.
• Participate in customer visits, audits, technical reviews, and corporate projects.
• Ensure alignment with global engineering standards and internal best practices.

THE CANDIDATE

Professional Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related field) required.
• Master’s Degree preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in automotive, electronics, cable, harness, or connector industries in mid-to-large manufacturing environments.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience leading technical teams as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager, Engineering Manager or similar.
• Proven experience with NPI (new product introductions) / product industrialization and strong process development.

Technical Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes for electrical assemblies required and cable products (highly preferred).
• Knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, APQP/PPAP (as applicable).
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing tools and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, BOMs, and technical requirements.
• Experience with manufacturing test systems and validation methods.
• ERP experience (SAP preferred).

Languages:

• English proficiency required (written and verbal). Spanish fluency a must. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with high-speed cable manufacturing and electrical performance requirements.
• Experience with automation and equipment integration.
• Strong understanding of ESD requirements and controlled manufacturing environments.

Core competencies

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• High sense of urgency and execution discipline.
• Analytical and structured problem-solving capability.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to lead change and influence cross-functional teams.
• Results-driven mindset with strong cost and quality focus.