Fiber Systems Engineering Manager

Molex; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and family leave

Educational assistance

Job summary

Molex is looking for a Fiber Systems Engineering Manager to lead a skilled team dedicated to developing advanced optical fiber solutions. This role involves overseeing product development for high-performance applications, driving process engineering, and collaborating across functions to align technical excellence with business goals.

The ideal candidate should have a strong educational background in engineering or a related field, experience in fiber optics, and proven leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary range of $160,000 - $200,000 annually along with extensive employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in fiber optic product development, including design and testing.
• Proven experience driving cross-functional collaboration.
• Willing and able to travel 30-50% of the time, domestic and international.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and technical staff in fiber optic product development.
• Oversee the design, prototyping, and validation of fiber connectivity solutions.
• Drive process engineering initiatives to improve manufacturability and quality.

Skills

Fiber optic product development

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science

Tools

Simulation tools

Optical testing equipment

Statistical process control (SPC)

Job description

Your Job

Molex is seeking a Fiber Systems Engineering Manager to lead a dynamic team focused on the development of advanced optical fiber connectivity solutions and process engineering innovations. This team is responsible for the conceptualization of industry leading fiber optic systems in rapidly growing markets in cloud computing, AI, and hyperscale applications. Our team is comprised of highly skilled professionals who thrive in an environment of constant learning and innovation. This role is pivotal in driving technical excellence, process scalability, and product innovation in support of Molex's growing optical connectivity portfolio.

Our Team

Molex's Optical Connectivity Group is at the forefront of designing and delivering cutting-edge optical solutions that power data centers, telecom infrastructure, and next-gen computing. As part of Koch Industries, Molex fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and transformative technology development across global markets.

What You Will Do

• Lead and mentor a team of 5-10 engineers and technical staff in fiber optic product and process development.
• Oversee the design, prototyping, and validation of optical fiber connectivity solutions for high-performance applications.
• Drive process engineering initiatives to improve manufacturability, scalability, and quality of fiber-based products.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and commercial teams to align development efforts with business goals.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure successful execution.
• Stay current with industry trends, standards, and emerging technologies in fiber optics and process engineering.
• Support customer engagements and technical discussions as a subject matter expert.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related field.
• Experience in fiber optic product development, including design and testing.
• Proven experience driving cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Willing and able to travel 30-50% of the time, domestic and international.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Strong understanding of optical fiber technologies, connectivity standards, and process optimization.
• Experience in process engineering, preferably in a manufacturing or product development environment.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as Telcordia, IEC, or GR-326.
• Knowledge of simulation tools, optical testing equipment, and statistical process control (SPC).

For this role, we anticipate paying $160,000 - $200,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also 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. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

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. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).