Senior Principal Process Engineer

Job Description

Optical Engineer focusing on fiber optic devices and free space optics.

• Have a good understanding of optical components, free space optics, fiber optic devices and fiber collimator coupling.
• Source and select optical components.
• Build prototypes based on optical designs.
• Characterize fiber optic devices and conduct troubleshooting.
• Generate build and test reports.
• Develop SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Participate in product qualification and reliability activities.
• Transfer new products to manufacturing and support production.

BS or MS in engineering or related technical fields. 7–15 years of related experience.

• Good understanding of basic optical components and fiber optic devices.
• Ability to work with little supervision and manage assigned tasks and projects effectively.
• Ability to read, learn and analyze complex materials and processes, search for solutions in the public domain and create innovative solutions.
• Leveraging knowledge and experience to solve problems resourcefully.
• Proactive collaboration with external suppliers within areas of expertise.
• Effectively managing multiple priorities and projects.
• Ability to teach and train others within the work group.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, email and internet; ability to develop tools and applications within these packages.
• Fiber optic experience is a plus.
• Familiar with UV epoxies is a plus.
• Fiber optical module package is a plus.

• Good office working conditions and Class 10000 clean‑room environment; wearing smock with mask and gloves.

Able to move light equipment and tooling (