NPI Mechanical Engineer

Ciena•Ottawa, ON

35d

About The Position

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact. At Ciena, the NPI Mechanical Engineer plays a critical role in bringing next‑generation optical hardware from concept to production. This role focuses on designing and supporting mechanical and electromechanical fixtures, tooling, and assemblies that enable efficient product development, design validation, and early manufacturing ramps, in close partnership with cross‑functional engineering teams and Contract Manufacturers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or a Mechanical Design Engineering diploma with relevant industry experience
3+ years of experience in mechanical or electromechanical engineering roles
Proficiency with 3D CAD tools, with preference for Creo / ProENGINEER
Strong knowledge of mechanical drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, tolerances, and fits
Hands‑on experience designing or supporting test fixtures, tooling, or manufacturing equipment
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Familiarity with data management, enterprise resource planning, or material requirements planning systems

Nice To Haves

Experience working with optical or optoelectronic hardware
Exposure to Contract Manufacturing support environments
Experience supporting New Product Introduction or structured product development lifecycles

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and support mechanical and electromechanical test fixtures, jigs, and assemblies used during product development and New Product Introduction (NPI)
Create mechanical designs for optical and optoelectronic modules, including packaging and system‑level integration
Develop high‑quality 3D CAD models, part drawings, and assembly drawings using Creo / ProENGINEER
Build, modify, and debug fixtures and test setups in laboratory and development environments
Support validation and qualification of test equipment to ensure reliable and repeatable results
Generate complete engineering documentation including bills of material, drawings, and process flows
Partner with manufacturing and Contract Manufacturing teams to support design transfer, early production yield, and quality improvement