Staff Fiber Optic Test Engineer

For more than 80 years, our client’s engineers and product specialists have partnered with customers to produce highly engineered connectivity and sensing solutions that make a connected world possible. Their focus on reliability, durability, and sustainability exemplifies their commitment to progress. The unmatched range of their product portfolio enables companies, large and small, to turn ideas into technology that can transform how the world works and lives tomorrow.

Responsibilities:

Product Testing:

• Demonstrate expert-level knowledge in fiber optic component and assembly testing.
• Develop and optimize test specifications and methodologies for optical components and assemblies.
• Design and implement complex tests using state-of-the-art equipment.
• Create, review and estimate fiber optic test plans.
• Lead the development of new sample preparation techniques and testing procedures, creating comprehensive documentation and training materials for the team.
• Perform in-depth data analysis and interpretation, identifying trends, potential failures, and opportunities for product improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development, quality assurance, and manufacturing, to ensure seamless integration of test results into the product lifecycle.
• Lead multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
• Manage timelines, resources, and deliverables for various testing initiatives.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and efficient work environment in both office and laboratory areas, setting the standard for workplace organization and safety compliance.
• Report project status to key stakeholders.
• Drive innovation in test methodologies and equipment utilization.

Lab Oversight:

• Oversee daily operations of the fiber optic test laboratory
• Manage lab resources, including equipment, supplies, and budgets
• Coordinate workload and assign projects to lab personnel
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards
• Develop and implement lab policies and procedures
• Participate in strategic planning for laboratory expansion and capability enhancement.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction
• Collaborate with other departments to align lab capabilities with company goals.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in fiber optic testing
• Management or team lead experience a plus
• Demonstrated expertise in fiber optic technologies and test methodologies
• Strong background in data analysis, statistical methods, and test automation
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record of technical leadership and project management
• Experience in lab operations, resource management, and budgeting
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, test automation software, and data analysis tools
• Adaptability to shifting priorities and ability to manage multiple projects

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance
• Capable of sitting for extended periods while performing detailed analytical work
• Occasional standing, bending, and maneuvering in laboratory environments