What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Engineer position at OFS FITEL?
OFS has one of the longest and most respectable corporate lineages in American business, which goes back to Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of the telephone more than a century ago. We have a proven track record of being first in the industry with application specific fibers, optical connectors, ribbon cables, erbium doped fibers, Raman fiber lasers, fiber gratings and more. Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing, manufacturing and supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable and components and devices for our customers, with exceptional service that creates value for our shareholders, customers and employees. To do so, we must continue shaping the future of communications by applying the best minds to the challenges our customers will continually face.
We currently seek a Design Engineer to join our division located in Avon, CT, and help support our continued business growth.
Under the guidance of senior engineers, this position will specialize in the design and development of specialty fiber optic cables for diverse applications.
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the design and development of specialty fiber optic cables tailored for specific applications, such as industrial, medical, aerospace, and telecommunications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand unique requirements and translate them into effective cable designs.
- Contribute to manufacturing process development
- Evaluate and select appropriate materials for cable construction, considering factors such as flexibility, durability, and performance in challenging environments.
- Conduct material testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
- Oversee the prototyping process, working closely with manufacturing teams to bring designs from concept to reality.
- Conduct comprehensive testing and analysis of prototype cables to validate performance and durability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and alignment of design goals with project objectives.
- Provide support to internal teams and stakeholders, contributing to a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Engage in ongoing learning and development opportunities to enhance your understanding of fiber optic technology and cable design principles.
- Work closely with senior team members to expand your knowledge and skills in specialty cable design.
- Perform other related duties as required by management.
Key qualifications include:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or a related field.
- 1-3 years of work experience in Engineering.
- Eagerness to learn and grow in the field of fiber optics.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Familiarity with LabVIEW, Microsoft Automation Tools, and Python
- Enthusiasm for working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Working at OFS means having the opportunity to realize ideas, experience innovation and discover new solutions for the future. In addition to our dynamic work environment, we offer competitive salaries and generous benefits programs, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement and a matching 401(k) plan.
Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.
If you’d like to be part of an energetic, world leader in optic fiber solutions, please apply directly at www.ofsoptics.com/careers.
Please Note: Only those candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.
OFS, a Georgia based global company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.
