Technical Problem Solver Expert - Six Sigma & Shainin in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
High-Impact, Senior-Level Role: This is a specialist leadership position targeting engineers with 5–10 years of hands-on problem-solving experience and mandatory Shainin Red X Journeyman or Master certification. It sits at the intersection of technical depth and organizational influence — a rare combination that commands premium compensation.
Compensation vs. Market: The $130,400–$163,000 base salary is competitive for a senior quality/reliability engineering expert at a Fortune 500-level manufacturer. Total compensation with incentives and benefits likely pushes well above $170,000. This aligns with Six Sigma Master Black Belt roles at large industrials.
Skills You'll Develop & Leverage:
- Advanced Shainin Red X methodology — a niche, highly valued certification in manufacturing
- Statistical analysis tools (Minitab, JMP) — in-demand across manufacturing, pharma, and aerospace
- Executive stakeholder management and cross-plant leadership
- Coaching and talent development at the organizational level
Culture Signals: TE Connectivity is a large, established global industrial company (~$16B revenue). Expect structured processes, governance frameworks, and formal reporting cadences rather than startup agility. The SET competency framework (Strategy, Execution, Talent) signals a management-track opportunity.
Green Flags: Clear business impact metrics (CoPQ reduction), coaching responsibilities that build leadership credentials, and strong benefits package. Watch for: The Shainin Red X certification is mandatory and relatively rare — ensure your credentials are current before applying.
At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.
Job Overview
The Technical Problem Solver Expert leads the resolution of complex, high-impact technical issues using structured methodologies such as Shainin Red X and Six Sigma. This role drives measurable improvements in quality, cost, and delivery, while developing problem-solving capabilities across the organization.
Job Requirements
As a Technical Problem-Solving Expert, you will:
- Solve complex and difficult technical problems
- Lead a cross-functional team to apply a structured problem-solving methodology (Shainin, Six Sigma or equivalent)
- Define priorities
- Proactively anticipate roadblocks to find solutions and escalate when needed
- Ensure rigor and governance of Problem Solving methodologies across the organization
- Coach and develop Problem Solver Practitioners
- Select the projects that will have the highest impact across plants or business unit
- Report out to Senior Management on project progress, people development, and savings
Qualifications & Skills
- Engineering degree (Physical, Mechanical, Electrical, Materials or related)
- Shainin Red X Journeyman or Master certification (mandatory)
- Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt preferred
- 5–10 years' experience in Technical Problem Solving
- Proven track record solving complex technical issues
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Leadership and cross-functional team management
- Apply statistical analysis (Minitab, JMP) to validate root causes and/or solutions
- Understanding of engineering fundamentals
- Strong attention to detail
- Willing to develop others
- Be a positive change agent
Impact
- Reduce Cost of Poor Quality (CoPQ)
- Improve product quality and customer satisfaction
- Strengthen the Problem-Solving culture
- Deliver measurable business impact
Competencies
SET: Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)
COMPENSATION
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $130,400 – $163,000 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
BENEFITS
• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
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