Engineering Manager

At Volex, we are dedicated to improving the quality of life around the world by bringing connectivity and power to high tech equipment that is changing how we live, work, and communicate. We invest in developing our production sites to meet our customers’ evolving requirements. We have assembled a compelling and diverse range of capabilities to provide our customers with an integrated solution to their manufacturing challenges. The Volex portfolio of products, capabilities and solutions include: Power Cords, Plugs, Connectors, Receptacles , Integrated Manufacturing Services (IMS) , Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions , Consumer Cable Harnesses and Power Products , High-Speed Copper Interconnect Cable / Data Transfer Cable , and Data Centre Power Cables / Power Cords . Position Overview This role will oversee the Engineering Management of both of our Tijuana, Mexico Facilities. An individual in this role will be responsible for designing, developing and bringing to production new products and new designs that involve both Electrical Cabling and harnesses for Electric Vehicles, that involve Power and Signal connectivity products. Person in this role will have deep knowledge and experience in latest Product evolution in Interconnect technologies related to EV industry, that covers both AC/DC charging. This knowledge base would include, electrical, electro mechanical, molding processes, best in class manufacturing processes, testing and assembly processes that enable efficient and cost effective production processes. A person in this role would know to navigate and also assess latest innovations in process automation, latest processing equipment, decide and establish best manufacturing practices appropriate for each project with keen emphasis on feasibility, ROI, scale and adaptability for the business, compliance to prevailing regulatory and environmental standards. This role also involves designing, developing, setting up and establishing product reliability and endurance testing criteria at component level and finished harness/cable level while working closely with customers to meet their performance requirements or developing generic criteria for Volex’s own products. The position requires evaluation of materials, machines, and manufacturing processes, and shall recommend to the company the best combination of those elements, which results in a high quality, cost effective product, that meets or exceeds customer expectations. Main Responsibilities: Develop EV connectivity products for existing customer projects and programs Responsible for managing a team of engineers and technicians involved with both sustaining, new and transfer projects Applies working knowledge of EV product development, specifically related to Electrical connectivity, power and signal, mechanical assembly, establishing process controls and mechanisms that are a combination of manual, semi-automated, and fully automated production systems Handle the product development responsibilities from start to finish Direct hands on involvement in problem formulation, problem definition, problem solving, process development and process refinement Will be responsible for delivering to at least 98% product yield through continuous process improvement through product evolution, B, C., D and SOP stages, Establishing run rate standards for OEE calcs Manage both product and process development through the application and use of innovative tools and skills that can arrive at creative solutions and problem solving. A person in this role will continuously demonstrate creative side of problem solving to feed innovation, while also mentoring and coaching new recruits and junior level engineers fueling growth and development of products in a fast paced environment Working knowledge of the Electric vehicle products as related to cable, wire harnesses and electrical connectivity Identify "KEY" material characteristics and methods of insuring uniformity in the finished product. Familiarity with functionality of the range of machinery used in the manufacture of wire and cable Establish, maintain and administer the library of process instructions for various machines, to achieve the goal of uniformity of the manufacturing processes. Responsible for leading the team on DFMEA, PFMEA and control plan activities Applies the knowledge and principles of Lean and six sigma into everyday work streams Acts as technical problem-solver for engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance and sales as necessary. Performs calculations as required. Interprets results and reports conclusions. Keep the company informed of recommendations for improvements, in any and all aspects, of the manufacturing system. Has the authority to stop further processing of products that exhibit quality or customer related issues, and notifying the appropriate supervisor or manager of that issue Working knowledge of USCAR (for crimping and welding), LV214/215, GBT, UL standards will be a major advantage in this position Fundamental knowledge of wire processing, equipment, stamping, Injection molding of plastics, MIM, Welding of both plastics and metal components (Ultrasonic and Laser) Working with pine pitch, extremely small form(0.1mm ~ 0.5mm spacing) factor connector systems in design, wire termination and assembly will be an added advantage for this role Delivery of process improvements for high quality and high yields Data analysis to identify improvement opportunities Implement process control techniques and mechanisms for data gathering and analysis Knowledge and application and use of ANSYS, ABASCUS simulation tools Simplify processes to reduce human errors Reduce setup times to maximize line utilization Manage and deliver cost reduction projects Support process definition, manufacture of qualification cables, and ramp-up of production capability of new products with high yields Project management including maintaining and executing project schedules and getting necessary support from Maintenance, Quality and Operations to complete projects Contributing technical problem solving as needed for the support of general production Supervise process technicians for production support and project completion Training of operators as well as process technicians in best practices Education: Bachelor of Science or Masters in Engineering with specialization in Cable assembly technologies either in Mechanical, Electromechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering Required Experience: 10 years in manufacturing support or developmental role in continuous manufacturing environment. Understanding of electrical testing and required systems (Hi-Pot testing, Category cable testing) A result driven individual with a proven track record in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong project management abilities. Proven ability to use DOE and SPC techniques (Six Sigma Greenbelt/Blackbelt experience is a plus). Pursuit of a GCC Greenbelt certification is strongly encouraged during year 1 or 2. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Flexible work schedule to support facility Operations. Will be required to sit, bend, kneel, squat, use keyboard, read, write, and speak fluently. Employee will be required to work productively and cooperatively in a high-volume, fast paced, highly pressured environment and be able to respond efficiently and courteously to unanticipated problems and crisis Preferred Experience: Prior Experience in requirements, specifications and standards with respect to Electric Vehicle Cable worldwide standards, requirements and performance criteria an Important preference for this role Role Interfaces with : Procurement and Strategic Supply Chain R&D team Production and QA Equipment suppliers Customers as required

Location: Tijuana, MX

Posted Date: 6/6/2025