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Country: Romania (RO) 
City: Arad
Worksite / Location: Arad 

Job Function: ECS_Engineering 
Job Discipline:  
Job Family: Manufacturing Engineering

Founded in 1929, Yazaki is a Japanese full systems supplier of wire harness, electrical, data products and solutions enabling vehicle electrification, connectivity, and autonomy integration. More than 235,000 committed and highly motivated employees in 45 countries make us one of the most successful international automotive suppliers. Join a family-owned company committed to being environmentally friendly in every aspect of its business, contributing to society, and inspiring trust. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a Headers and Connectors Manufacturing Engineer in our plant in [[location]].

We are looking for a Headers & Connectors Manufacturing Engineer to join our team and support the successful industrialization of new projects, from concept to production.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead industrialization from RFQ to equipment installation and acceptance.
• Prepare technical quotations, cost estimations, and investment budgets.
• Develop industrialization plans, layouts, and equipment specifications.
• Prepare and manage DFM, PF, and PFMEA for new projects.
• Coordinate equipment procurement, design reviews, and supplier follow-up.
• Track equipment build, ensure FAT/SAT completion, and close open actions.
• Perform cycle time analysis, line balancing, and define material flow.
• Support SOP readiness, improve OEE, and drive cost reduction.
• AutoCAD software know-how and 2D  drawings understanding and tolerance analysis.
• Contribute to continuous improvement (productivity, quality, layout optimization).
QUALIFICATIONS
• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Industrial or similar).
• Experience in manufacturing/industrialization (automotive preferred).
• Knowledge of: IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, DFM.
• Experience with RFQ, equipment investment, and process setup.
• Skills in layout design, line balancing, and problem-solving.
• Know-how in headers and connector stitching represents an advantage.
• Good English and strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proactive attitude and continuous improvement mindset.

At Yazaki, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for everyone which extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. 

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