Optical Fiber Process Engineer: Lead Next-Gen Draw Tech

ACTalent; Sturbridge (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short & Long-term Disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Process Engineer in Sturbridge, MA to lead development of next-generation optical fiber manufacturing processes. You will optimize preform and fiber draw tech, invent and mature mechanical systems, and troubleshoot production challenges in a cross-functional team environment.

The role emphasizes R&D-driven design, material analysis, and documentation aligned with ISO 9001 standards. Onsite schedule is typical M-F hours with strong growth opportunities in a global fiber optics

Qualifications

• Proven experience in process development within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proficiency with CAD software for mechanical design and documentation.
• Strong background in mechanical design for industrial products and systems.
• Experience with qualification testing and validation of engineering designs and processes.
• Ability to perform material analysis to support process optimization and product performance.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards and quality systems in an engineering or manufacturing context.
• Understanding of electrical design principles relevant to manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the development of next-generation optical fiber manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Optimize preform and fiber draw technology to support improved product performance and manufacturing efficiency.
• Invent, design, and mature R&D mechanical systems used in optical fiber production.
• Support process design, implementation, and execution within the manufacturing environment.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues related to fiber draw and associated systems.
• Conduct material analysis and qualification testing to validate new processes and designs.
• Apply mechanical and electrical design principles to develop and refine industrial products and systems.
• Use CAD software to create, modify, and document mechanical designs and components.
• Ensure processes and documentation align with ISO 9001 quality standards and best practices.
• Collaborate closely with a diverse group of engineering professionals and manufacturing team members at all levels.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and innovation efforts in optical fiber manufacturing.

Skills

Process development

CAD design

Mechanical design

Qualification testing

Material analysis

ISO 9001 familiarity

Electrical design principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Actalent seeks a Process Engineer in Sturbridge, MA to lead development of next-generation optical fiber manufacturing processes. You will optimize preform and fiber draw tech, invent and mature mechanical systems, and troubleshoot production challenges in a cross-functional team environment.

The role emphasizes R&D-driven design, material analysis, and documentation aligned with ISO 9001 standards. Onsite schedule is typical M-F hours with strong growth opportunities in a global fiber optics