Test Engineer

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We are seeking a hands‑on Test Engineer focused on optical fiber and highspeed cable testing to support product development, reliability, and manufacturing validation efforts. This role will evaluate and execute mechanical and optical test plans for cable assemblies, coordinate lab activities with cross‑functional teams, analyze test data, and produce clear technical reports that drive product and process improvements.

• Create, plan, and execute test plans to qualify and validate optical fiber cable assemblies (mechanical and optical aspects).
• Perform hands‑on mechanical and functional testing of cable assemblies and connectors according to established procedures.
• Coordinate laboratory activities with product development, manufacturing, signal integrity, and quality teams.
• Operate and maintain laboratory and test equipment; ensure test fixtures and instrumentation are calibrated and ready for use.
• Record, analyze, and interpret test data; prepare detailed technical reports and presentations summarizing methods, results, and recommendations.
• Identify critical to quality aspects of product design and manufacturing processes and work with teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Create and maintain test process documentation, specifications, and work instructions.
• Support verification and validation activities, including requirements reviews and test execution tracking.

• Hands‑on lab environment; ability to work with mechanical assemblies and test fixtures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods when performing hands‑on test setup and troubleshooting.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Practical experience in product testing, lab operations, or reliability testing.
• Working knowledge of standard mechanical test equipment and test procedures.
• Ability to create and execute test plans, analyze results, and document findings clearly.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to convey complex technical concepts clearly to global teams.
• Analytical thinker with the ability to apply logical reasoning, test assumptions, observe results, and make informed corrections.
• Willing and able to travel up to 10%.

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Familiarity with Telcordia and EIC fiber optic testing standards (GR1435, GR326, IEC 61300, etc).
• Experience with Python or similar tools for data analysis and automation.
• Experience with mechanical test equipment such as force measurement systems and flex test equipment.
• Working knowledge of environmental chambers, optical back scatter reflectometers, interferometers, single and multimode insertion loss and return loss testing.
• Familiarity with fiber optic cables and connectors, fiber splicing, and connector end‑face inspection and cleaning.
• Experience using relational databases (Microsoft SQL, MySQL) for test data management.
• Lean / Six Sigma training (Yellow/Green Belt) and familiarity with control charts, process capability, gage R&R, and other process improvement tools.

For this role, we anticipate paying $90,000 - $140,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

• Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Life insurance, accidental disability, long‑term disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance.
• Additional benefits may include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

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.