Optical Engineer - Optical Solutions

Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry and provides high-performing wavelength management solutions for high-density, high-bandwidth optical networks.

In Fremont, CA, we serve large global clients in telecom and datacom industries with next-generation optical modules and line-card solutions.

• Responsible for optical design of EDFA, Raman, integrated optical module and circuit pack, and ROADM subsystems for telecom and DCI applications.
• Lead optical design, validation, and troubleshooting, working with global multi‑site resources to complete product development, NPI cycle, and flawless production launching in offshore manufacturing sites.
• Work with marketing and PLM on optical amplifier and ROADM product RFP/RFQ response, specification negotiation, and customer technical support.
• Define optical component specifications to be used in the products.
• Develop and maintain optical calibration and testing bed for full characterization of optical component and module performance measurement.
• Provide technical support for field operations, including issue investigation, log analysis, and resolution of optical network problems.
• Domestic and international travel is expected.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Optical, Photonics, Electrical Engineering, or Physics and at least 5 years of optical design experience, or a PhD in the same fields with prior internship experience.
• Knowledge of Erbium Doped Fiber Amplifier (EDFA), Raman, and other optical amplifier technologies.
• Experience in optical testing engineering, data analysis, process development, and quality tools.
• Experience with design for manufacturability and reliability.
• Experience in fiber optical module and circuit pack manufacturing processes, including fiber routing and splicing, optical/mechanical/electrical integration assembly, and related activities.

• Advanced degree highly desired.
• Experience in optical amplifier (EDFA, Raman, etc.) design, modeling, and testing.
• Experience in optical DWDM transmission system design and modeling.

For this role, we anticipate paying $140,000 - $200,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.