Sr. Engineer, Optical Manufacturing Engineering

Job Req ID: 30333

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Optical Systems & Technology Support.

• Analyze and optimize the advanced optical interconnect, transceiver, and photonic manufacturing related solutions to improve SMC product yield.

• Participate in testing, validation, and troubleshooting of photoelectric conversion, fiber-optic communication systems, silicon photonics, and signal integrity issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, Firmware, and PM) and external partners to ensure successful product development and deployment.
• Help identify and resolve optical performance, thermal, packaging, and signal integrity challenges.
• Contribute to scaling next-generation optical platforms from development to production.
• Travel occasionally to manufacturing sites to support technology transfer and production activities.

Manufacturing Process & Production Support

• Provide day-to-day technical support on the production floor for optical module assembly, testing, and quality control processes.
• Monitor production operations to ensure efficiency (OEE), minimize downtime, and maintain high product quality standards.
• Perform quality inspections of parts, components, and finished optical products; isolate defects, analyze root causes, and support corrective actions.
• Assist in optimizing manufacturing processes using Lean Manufacturing (5S), Six Sigma principles, and continuous improvement methods.
• Support equipment maintenance, calibration, and basic troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and software-related issues.
• Maintain accurate production records and contribute to daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Work closely with production operators and technicians to improve workflow, skills, and overall team efficiency.
• Monitor inventory levels of materials and tools to support uninterrupted production.
• Promote safety protocols and environmental best practices on the manufacturing floor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Photonics, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in optical communication systems, photonics technologies, or electronics/high-tech manufacturing.
• Practical knowledge of:
  • • Optical transceivers, fiber-optic communication, and high-speed optical modules.
    • Silicon photonics, optical packaging, DSP, and signal integrity concepts.
    • Manufacturing quality control, process optimization, and production line support.
• Experience with 100G/400G/800G systems is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, data analysis) and familiarity with statistical tools is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good English communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate effectively with global teams.
• Willingness to work on the production floor and provide occasional support outside regular hours when needed.

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