Optical Manufacturing Test Engineer

Comrise; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Comrise is assisting a client in finding an on-demand Offline Test Engineer. The role focuses on optical module product transfers, new product introduction, process optimization, and productivity improvements to support pilot runs and production transfers.

The successful candidate will drive cross-functional collaboration, develop SOPs, train staff on process changes, and ensure capacity readiness while maintaining quality and efficiency across transfers and implementations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Optoelectronics, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• At least 2 years' experience in process engineering, testing, NPI, or product transfer with implementation examples.
• Knowledge of optical module principles, components, manufacturing flows, and test requirements.
• Experience using optical spectrum analyzers, digital multimeters, and related instruments.
• Ability to plan transfer builds, pilot runs, and acceptance activities; track schedules and risks.
• Proficient in Excel to analyze yield, cycle time, capacity, bottlenecks.
• Ability to develop SOPs, coach operators, and coordinate cross-functional activities; read English docs and write emails.

Responsibilities

• Drive product transfers between lines/sites with schedules and resources.
• Coordinate process, equipment, fixtures, and documentation for production readiness.
• Execute transfer builds, verification, and production validation.
• Organize training and handover to ensure smooth production transfer.
• Support new product introduction with pilot runs and mass production transition.
• Optimize processes to improve efficiency and line balance.
• Develop SOPs and training materials; on-site coaching.
• Coordinate cross-functional meetings and manage project schedules.

Skills

Process engineering

NPI

Test engineering

Product transfer

Excel

Optical testing

Education

Associate degree or above in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Optoelectronics, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

Optical Spectrum Analyzer

Digital Multimeter

Job description

We are helping our client find an on-demand, company find a Test Engineer. The Test Engineer is responsible for optical module product transfers, new product and equipment introduction, process optimization, and manufacturing efficiency improvement. This role drives project execution, cross-functional coordination, process standardization, and on-site training to ensure successful pilot runs, production transfers, and capacity readiness while continuously improving productivity, process stability, and quality consistency.

Job title: Offline Test Engineer

Duration: Full time permanent

Note: Once candidates receive an offer, they must travel to Asia, most likely Thailand, for 1-2 months of training. The company already has well-established production lines in Thailand. Therefore, we must confirm in advance that candidates are willing to travel to Asia for training and either already have a valid passport or are willing to apply for one.

Job Responsibilities

1. Product Transfer and Production Handover

• Drive product transfers between production lines or manufacturing sites, including transfer schedules, execution plans, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate the transfer of processes, equipment, fixtures, test conditions, and technical documentation, and confirm production readiness at the receiving site.
• Execute transfer builds, process verification, and production validation to confirm that yield, capacity, and production stability meet transfer targets.
• Organize personnel training and technical handover, and complete transfer acceptance and production handover.

2. New Product, Process, and Equipment Introduction

• Support new product introduction by establishing processes, preparing equipment and fixtures, and coordinating pilot runs and the transition to mass production.
• Perform specification reviews, installation and setup, functional validation, and acceptance of new equipment and processes.
• Establish process parameters, operating conditions, test settings, and manufacturing standards to ensure production readiness.
• Track implementation schedules and open items, and coordinate relevant teams to achieve project milestones.

3. Process Optimization and Efficiency Improvement

• Optimize process flows, work methods, workstation layouts, and equipment operation to improve overall manufacturing efficiency.
• Reduce cycle time, changeover time, and repetitive work, and improve production line balance.
• Implement fixture improvements, equipment modifications, and automation to increase capacity and equipment utilization.
• Verify improvement results against established baselines and incorporate effective changes into standard procedures to sustain improvements.

4. Manufacturing Standards, On-Site Training, and Employee Coaching

• Develop and maintain SOPs, process parameter sheets, test specifications, equipment operating instructions, transfer checklists, and training materials.
• Plan and conduct on-site training for product transfers, new product introduction, and equipment implementation, covering process flows, equipment operation, measurement instrument use, and quality requirements.
• Provide hands‑on demonstrations and employee coaching to ensure compliance with standard procedures and improve operator proficiency, efficiency, and consistency.
• Verify training effectiveness and assess operating competency; follow up on skill development to ensure employees can work independently.
• Provide ongoing coaching and knowledge transfer to standardize improved work methods and support stable production after product transfers.

5. Project Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, and Meeting Coordination

• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, quality, equipment, and production planning teams to execute product transfer, new product introduction, and process improvement projects.
• Organize or participate in cross-functional meetings to coordinate transfer readiness, implementation progress, process changes, capacity requirements, and on-site execution.
• Document meeting decisions and track action owners, deliverables, and due dates to ensure implementation and closure.
• Coordinate with equipment vendors and suppliers on equipment delivery, on-site installation, setup, acceptance, and operator training.
• Manage project schedules and resource requirements, provide regular progress updates, and promptly raise matters requiring cross-functional coordination or management decisions.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or above in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Optoelectronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical competence.
• At least 2 years of experience in process engineering, testing, NPI, or product transfer, with examples of implementation or improvement projects.
• Working knowledge of optical module principles, key components, manufacturing flows, and test requirements, with the ability to interpret specifications and results.
• Ability to use optical spectrum analyzers, digital multimeters, and related instruments to verify equipment, fixtures, parameters, and measurement conditions.
• Ability to plan transfer builds, pilot runs, and acceptance activities, assess capacity and resources, and track schedules, risks, and issue closure.
• Proficiency in Excel to analyze yield, cycle time, capacity, and bottlenecks, and verify improvement results against a baseline.
• Ability to develop SOPs, coach operators, and coordinate cross-functional activities. Able to read English technical documents and write routine technical emails.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cross-site transfers, overseas implementation, or training key personnel for optical communication products.
• Experience with fixture improvements, automation implementation, or data processing using Python or similar tools.
• Practical experience with process risk assessment, measurement system analysis, or design of experiments.