Process Engineer

Ofs Fitel - Carrollton, GA

Full-time

Carrollton, GA

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Process Engineer is responsible for developing and supporting projects related to new products and manufacturing operations for optical connectivity apparatus. This role involves measuring and analyzing the performance of optical devices, providing engineering support for production processes, and ensuring compliance with product specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop production capabilities for new products and modify designs for current products while testing to industry standards and customer specifications.
• Test designs and apply the scientific method of problem-solving to development projects.
• Conduct initial tests of design prototypes and qualification tests on new product designs.
• Assist with RFQs and time studies.
• Assist with the purchase of production tools, molds, fixtures, machines, and test equipment.
• Evaluate tool-made samples supplied by manufacturing and contract manufacturers for approval.
• Assist the development team with manufacturing layouts, operation, and calibration of OFS-owned facilities.
• Assist in the establishment of manufacturing sources and component suppliers.
• Provide manufacturing engineering input to support the New Product Introduction (NPI) project plan and execute assigned tasks.
• Monitor laboratory equipment and calibration dates.
• Create/revise product documentation and test results.
• Conduct root cause analysis and determine corrective action to resolve customer & vendor quality issues.
• Issue, implement, and/or approve Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).

Requirements

• Strong manufacturing and process experience in single and multifiber passive optical connectivity components.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in manufacturing processes, termination, and testing of optical connectivity apparatus.
• Required experience with research and development projects as an active team participant.
• Personal experience and knowledge of industry standards and fiber optic test procedures.
• Experience with programming and operation of automated testing equipment and systems.
• SolidWorks experience is preferred.
• Experience with molding plastic parts with tight tolerances is preferred.
• BSME, BSEE, or BSIE required; Master's degree preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal/teamwork skills.
• Computer knowledge and skills (Microsoft Office & Project required, Visual Basic, LabView or equivalent desired).