Qualification and Process Engineer III - Optical Fiber Cable Manufacturing
Job in
Newton, Catawba County, North Carolina, 28658, USA
Listed on 2026-08-01
Listing for:
CTG
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-01
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
If you have extensive experience in optical fiber cable manufacturing, process engineering, and data-driven decision making, this is an excellent opportunity to make a measurable impact in a world-class manufacturing environment.
** Type:
** Contract
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* Job Title:
** Qualification and Process Engineer III - Optical Fiber Cable Manufacturing
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* Location:
** Newton, NC
_Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Newton, NC_
** Pay Rate:** $Based on experience
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* Work Hours:
** M-F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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* Education:
** Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing Engineering, Optical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
** Primary Responsibilities*
* + Lead qualification and validation of new manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, materials, and product introductions.
+ Optimize optical fiber cable manufacturing processes to improve quality, throughput, yield, and cost performance.
+ Analyze manufacturing data using JMP and advanced statistical techniques to improve process capability and reduce variation.
+ Develop and execute qualification protocols, process characterization studies, and engineering trials.
+ Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for manufacturing and quality issues.
+ Support startup and scale-up of new cable products and manufacturing processes.
+ Create and maintain engineering documentation, SOPs, PFMEAs, control plans, and qualification reports.
+ Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Engineering, Reliability, Maintenance, Automation, and Supply Chain teams to drive continuous improvement.
+ Mentor engineers and technicians while promoting data-driven problem solving throughout the organization.
** Required Qualifications*
* + 5+ years of process engineering or manufacturing engineering experience within optical fiber cable manufacturing, wire and cable, polymer extrusion, or another continuous manufacturing environment.
+ Advanced proficiency with JMP statistical software.
+ Strong understanding of optical fiber cable manufacturing processes and product quality requirements.
+ Experience leading process qualifications, validation activities, and process capability improvement initiatives.
+ Knowledge of DOE, SPC, regression analysis, ANOVA, capability studies, and statistical process analysis.
+ Excellent troubleshooting, technical writing, project management, and cross-functional communication skills.
** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Master's degree or Ph.D. in Engineering, Materials Science, Data Analytics, or a related field.
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Experience with ribbon manufacturing, SZ stranding, jacketing extrusion, armoring, or high-fiber-count cable production.
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Experience with Minitab, MES systems, manufacturing dashboards, or automated process data collection.
+ Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.
+ Knowledge of Telcordia, IEC, ICEA, TIA, or other fiber optic cable qualification standards.
** Additional Information*
* + No third party resumes will be accepted.
+ Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted.
+ CTG will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
+ All interested individuals
** MUST
* * be able to work on a W2 Tax basis (no C2C or third party vendors).
+ CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
+ CTG is an E-Verify Company.
** To be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly through our website by clicking the link below.*
* ** About CTG*
* CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients' digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any…
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