Optical Systems Project Manager - Silicon Photonics

Teradyne; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Teradyne, North Reading, MA, is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager with a strong optical systems background to lead development of advanced optical test solutions for Silicon Photonics.

You will collaborate across marketing, systems engineering, design engineering, and operations, develop plans, manage budgets, mitigate risks, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in optical engineering or related field (master's preferred).
• 5+ years in optical systems design and PM.
• PM certification (PMP or PRINCE2) preferred.
• Strong understanding of optical principles and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects involving design and deployment of optical test systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet milestones.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and monitor progress.
• Identify and mitigate risks throughout the lifecycle.
• Communicate project status to stakeholders and customers.
• Provide technical guidance to team members and clients.
• Manage project documentation (specs, design docs, test plans, reports).
• Foster continuous improvement and innovation within the team.

Skills

Optical systems design

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering/Phys/Elec Eng

Master’s degree preferred

Optical engineering certification a plus

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Project

Job description

Teradyne, North Reading, MA, is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager with a strong optical systems background to lead development of advanced optical test solutions for Silicon Photonics.

You will collaborate across marketing, systems engineering, design engineering, and operations, develop plans, manage budgets, mitigate risks, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining customer satisfaction.