R&D/PRODUCT DVL TECHNICIAN III

TE Connectivity Ltd.; Swindon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity Ltd. in Swindon is seeking an R&D/Product DVL Technician III to support ruggedized fiber optic prototype builds and transfer-ready products. The role involves optical connector termination, testing, and assisting in new manufacturing processes to improve efficiency.

Ideal candidates have 3–4 years in fiber optic environments, strong attention to BOMs/drawings, and solid Excel data skills. Onsite role with travel <10% and a focus on cross-functional collaboration within R&D teams.

Qualifications

• Completed High School or equivalent.
• 3–4 years of experience in a fiber optic manufacturing environment.
• Attention to detail, reading BOMs, routers, and drawings/prints.
• Proficient Excel skills to record, organize and analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Terminate standard fiber optic termini and new termini designs.
• Support prototype builds, test builds, and pre-release NPI builds.
• Perform IL & RL testing on cable assemblies.
• Conduct AFG & IPC workmanship checks on single & multi-fiber termini.
• Operate equipment (E-Stop/Soft Stop) and identify faults.
• Assist in setup of new manufacturing processes and duration estimates.

Skills

Fiber optics

Soldering

PCB assembly

Electrical testing

Excel data

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Optical Power Meters

IL/RL Test Equipment

DMM

Power supplies

Job description

Job Title: R&D/PRODUCT DVL TECHNICIAN III

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

The ruggedized Fiber Optic (RFO) hiring for R&D/Product DVL Technician supports the quick turn capabilities needed for prototypes and customer samples. The role supports tooling designs in support of new products and processes to meet customer ramp-up schedules. The position involves product builds and preparing products for transfer to production.
The successful candidate will be a key member of simultaneous R&D engineering teams and will be responsible for optical connector assembly, termination of various configurations of fiber optic cable assemblies, and testing of these cable assemblies. Additional responsibilities include operation of over-molding processes and providing suggestions for simplification of new products to reduce costs and increase manufacturing efficiency.
Candidates should be self-starters, able to work under pressure, balance multiple priorities, and be committed to continuous learning.

Job Requirements

Primary responsibilities include:
1. Termination of various standard fiber optic termini as well as new termini designs.
2. Support prototype product builds, test product builds, and pre-release NPI builds.
3. Perform IL & RL testing of various configurations of cable assemblies.
4. Perform AFG & IPC workmanship checks on both single & multi-fiber termini.
5. Mechanical aptitude to safely and efficiently operate equipment (E-Stop/Soft Stop, identifying issues, clearing faults and acknowledging machine states).
6. Assist in the estimation process setup durations.
7. Assist in setting up new manufacturing processes.
8. Suggest process changes to improve overall manufacturing efficiencies.
9. Communication within a team atmosphere to ensure clarity of purpose and customer satisfaction.
10. Soldering & PCB assembly skills for:
o Wire harnesses
o Connectors
o Passive components (resistors, capacitors, etc.)
o ICs (Integrated Circuits)
11. Use of Fiber Optic & Electronic Test Equipment:
o Optical Power Meters
o IL/RL Test Equipment
o Oscilloscopes
o DMM (Digital Multi Meter)
o Variable Power Supplies
o Variable Attenuators
o Optical & RF Switches

What your background should look like

• Completed High School or equivalent.
  Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in a fiber optic manufacturing environment.
  Must manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  Attention to detail, following BOMs, routers, and understanding drawings/prints.
  Proficient dexterity and motor skills for intricate/delicate work.
  Need to have requisite Excel skills to record, organize, and analyze data.

Competencies

Values:

• Integrity
• Accountability
• Inclusion
• Innovation
• Teamwork

Job Locations

Posting City: SWINDON

Job Country: Great Britain

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Requisition ID: 161411

Workplace Type: Onsite

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