Manufacturing/Process Engineer

Lightera•Carrollton, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lightera LLC is hiring a Manufacturing/Process Engineer at its Carrollton, Georgia facility. The role develops products, designs, and manufacturing operations for new or revised optical connectivity apparatus, and provides ongoing engineering support for optical connectivity products and processes in production. The engineer measures and analyzes optical-device performance and supports new-product development from concept through deployment. The position provides manufacturing engineering support for production processes and capacity, as well as initiatives to minimize costs and optimize output while meeting product specifications and quality standards. The role also contributes to a dynamic work environment focused on innovation and developing solutions for the future. Employees are expected to model safe work practices, follow health and safety procedures, maintain an organized work area, use and store personal protective equipment properly, and prioritize personal safety and wellness.

Requirements

Strong manufacturing and process experience with single- and multifiber passive optical connectivity components.
Experience with manufacturing processes, termination, and testing of optical connectivity apparatus; a minimum of 6 years is desired.
Experience participating as an active team member in research and development projects.
Knowledge of industry standards and fiber-optic test procedures.
Experience programming and operating automated testing equipment and systems.
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering required.
Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project skills required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
SolidWorks experience preferred.
Experience molding plastic parts with tight tolerances is a plus.
Visual Basic, LabView, or equivalent computer skills desired.

Responsibilities

Develop production capabilities for new products and modify designs for current products, testing them to industry standards and customer specifications.
Test designs and apply the scientific method to problem-solving in development projects.
Conduct initial tests of design prototypes and qualification tests on new product designs.
Assist with requests for quotations, evaluate production tools and equipment, and support their purchase.
Evaluate tool-made samples supplied by manufacturing and contract manufacturers for approval.
Assist the development team with manufacturing layouts, operation, and calibration of Lightera-owned facilities.
Help establish manufacturing sources and component suppliers.
Provide manufacturing engineering input for New Product Introduction project plans and execute assigned tasks.
Maintain and monitor laboratory equipment and calibration.
Create and revise product documentation and test results.
Conduct root cause analysis and determine corrective actions for customer and vendor quality issues.
Issue, implement, or approve Engineering Change Orders.