Optoelectronics Process/Production Engineer

Spectrum Control; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a lead process engineer to spearhead the development and production of cutting-edge optical transceiver products designed for harsh environments. This role encompasses full accountability for manufacturing releases, ensuring that new products meet rigorous quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background, experience in opto-electronic systems, and a knack for problem-solving. With a commitment to innovation, this dynamic position offers the chance to work on multi-channel optical communications products while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Join a forward-thinking company that values flexibility and professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working practices

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health cash plan

Private healthcare

Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions

Life assurance – 4 x annual salary

Reward and recognition platform

Discount platform

Employee assistance programme

Relocation assistance up to £8,000

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in multichannel package assembly of opto-electronic subsystems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and production release of optical transceiver products.
• Coordinate manufacturing release and work with quality groups for qualification.

Skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

Tools

PFMEA

Process flow mapping

Job description

Role Purpose:

Be the lead process engineer with full accountability for development and production release of new optical transceiver products for harsh environment applications.

Main Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of manufacturing release (drawings, instructions, method route, labour timings etc).
• Serve as a subject matter expert on manufacturing technologies, interfacing with design, manufacturing departments as well as with customers for multi-channel optical communications products.
• Working with the quality group, define and execute qualification plans to release new products/capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor / master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering / electronics discipline or relevant experience.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience in multichannel package assembly of opto-electronic sub systems at fibre to die level.
• Experienced in developing new products through to full volume production release.
• Able to coordinate activities during development and improvement activities to drive down cost.
• Good awareness of manufacture processes and equipment related to fibre products manufacture.
• Working knowledge of materials and technologies related to ceramic and thick film, MCM and PCB based solutions.
• Ideally lean manufacturing familiar, used to tools such as PFMEA and process flow mapping.
• Specific experience on alignment of multiple fibre arrays (4,8 or 12) would be preferential.

Competencies:

• Excellent diagnostic and complex problem-solving capability.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• High initiative – requires minimal prompting and keen to learn.
• Good project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively as member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and cope with new and changing demands.

Other Requirements:

• Occasional travel may be required.
• SC clearance or ability to obtain.

What We Can Offer You:

• Flexible working practices – we work a 9-day fortnight, flexitime, and work a half day Friday.
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
• Health cash plan – cash back for everyday health expenses.
• Private healthcare.
• Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions.
• Life assurance – 4 x annual salary.
• Reward and recognition platform.
• Discount platform – retail, leisure, gym discounts and more.
• Employee assistance programme with access to confidential counselling services.
• Support for further training and education.
• Relocation assistance up to £8,000 if you relocate to take up a position with us.