Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Optimize interconnect products and ferrules by driving Product and Process Understanding (PPU) efforts
Lead strategic projects like raw material substitution, quality improvement, or cost reduction projects
Lead/support change management process and validate product performance for changes in design, process or raw materials through test plan generation and execution using optical laboratory equipment
Ensure product performance and stability of existing products by leading product improvement projects through design modifications, as needed
Drive scale‑up activities as a core team member for new product introductions
Maintain product standards and specifications, owning claims substantiation process
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (product development, application engineering, business, manufacturing and quality teams), global laboratories and manufacturing sites
Utilize strong communication skills to inspire, influence, motivate and teach other team members
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or higher in science or engineering field (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution
Four (4) years of combined product, materials, and/or process engineering experience in a private, public, government or military environment
Experience working in Quality and/or Manufacturing/Production and/or Product Development and/or Engineering in a private, public, government or military environment supporting connectors and/or optical connectors or optical ferrules
Experience with scaling up technology and/or products to large scale manufacturing, especially optical materials
Hands‑on problem solving mindset using laboratory equipment
Strong ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that critical deadlines are met without compromising quality.
Experience with Lean Six Sigma, Design of Experiments (DOE), and Statistical Analysis.