General Responsibilities
• Key participant in the development of new production processes and/or adapt existing production processes for assembly, calibration and testing
• Define specifications for production equipment and interact with mechanization (in house) and/or equipment suppliers to ensure equipment will meet specifications
• Key participant in global new product development project teams to enable successful launch of new products
• Collaborate with other departments on process specifications, quality aspects, product specifications and continuity of equipment
• Influence product designs during new product development phase to ensure economical and defect free manufacture
• Developing new or improved manufacturing and testing processes that are necessary to achieve the performance and cost requirements of future device applications
• Organize the arranging of sample lines and process development equipment
• Key participant in advanced quality planning activities
• Coordinates all functional requirements, the reviewing of designs and debugging /qualifying new high volume assembly /test equipment or tooling
• Transferring knowledge to make site personnel
• Support improvement projects to reduce cycle time, defects and manufacturing costs
• Work with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure processes are capable, have sufficient controls in place, can meet out delivery requirements, and meet our cost targets
• Evaluate technical capabilities including tooling design, build experience, maintenance program, processes and process controls, cell automation- if required, quality control systems, and material knowledge
Experience / Qualifications
• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
Preferred Skillsets / Qualifications
- Proven experience in the automotive industry (Tier-1/Tier-2 suppliers) or closely related electronics sectors such as automotive electronics, sensors, connectors, or electronic control units (ECUs).
- Demonstrated ownership of New Product Development (NPD) or New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, leading activities from concept or RFQ stages through PPAP submission and Start of Production (SOP).
- Strong understanding of IATF 16949 requirements and practical experience applying the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) methodology throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Ability to independently develop and maintain key quality deliverables, including Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Process Validation documentation.
- Solid knowledge of Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), including risk assessment, prioritization of actions, and implementation of effective process controls to mitigate manufacturing risks.
- Proven problem-solving capability utilizing structured methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why Analysis, Fishbone Diagram, and other root cause analysis tools to drive improvements in quality, yield, and manufacturing performance.
- Experience analyzing process and quality data to identify improvement opportunities, reduce defects, improve process capability, and support cost reduction initiatives.
- Ability to prepare technical reports, present project status updates, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional and global engineering teams.
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Skills Required
- University degree, such as a bachelor's degree, or equivalent relevant work experience
- Ability to work effectively as a team player in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage multiple competing tasks and demands
- Strong oral, written, and presentation communication skills
- Strong organization, planning, and time-management skills
- Strong ethical values and professional integrity
- Personal accountability for achieving goals and standards
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with internal teams, suppliers, and external customers
- Experience in the automotive industry, particularly with Tier-1 or Tier-2 suppliers, or related electronics sectors
- Ownership of New Product Development or New Product Introduction programs from concept or RFQ through PPAP submission and Start of Production
- Understanding of IATF 16949 requirements and practical APQP experience
- Ability to develop and maintain Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Process Validation documentation
- Knowledge of PFMEA, risk assessment, action prioritization, and manufacturing process controls
- Problem-solving experience using 8D, 5 Why Analysis, Fishbone Diagram, and root-cause analysis methods
- Experience analyzing process and quality data to improve process capability, reduce defects, and lower costs
- Ability to prepare technical reports and present project status updates
Sensata Xirgo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sensata Xirgo and has not been reviewed or approved by Sensata Xirgo.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Total compensation aligns with peer industrial‑tech firms for several U.S. roles, with some titles tracking near or above market norms. This positioning supports a generally acceptable pay experience for many roles.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — U.S. policies include flexible or “unlimited” PTO and a dedicated paid volunteer-time allotment, broadening time-off options. Company programs also run an annual Day of Service across sites.
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Flexible Benefits — Benefits highlight flexible work schedules and optional telecommuting for certain roles, offering adaptability in how work and time off are managed. Inclusion programs and ERGs further extend non-cash support.
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