System Build and Cable Test Engineer

SubCom; Newington (NH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

SubCom in Newington, NH is seeking a System Build and Assembly Test Engineer to support the System Build and fiber optics cable Testing department. You will define and control test processes, document procedures, train technicians, and coordinate test activities across engineering and R&D.

The role emphasizes improving test throughput and yield, establishing SPC controls, maintaining test fixtures, and ensuring ES&H compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing test set operation required.
• Working knowledge of electronic controls and line drives desired.
• Experience in optical testing methodologies is preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and control test processes and equipment.
• Document test procedures; train technicians and operators.
• Maintain test hardware, fixturing, collect data and troubleshoot failures.
• Coordinate troubleshooting design experiments with product engineers and R&D designers.
• Establish SPC controls and support data analysis.
• Improve product test throughput and yield to meet program objectives.
• Support System and Block testing data compilation and analysis.
• Assist ES&H procedures and investigations; implement corrective actions.

Skills

Test equipment operation

SPC controls

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Procedures writing

Training technicians

ES&H compliance

Electrical engineering knowledge

Education

BS Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in anexciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world?Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed, and maintained to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.Position Overview:The System Build and Assembly Test Engineer will be providing cover and support in the different areas of the System Build and fiber optics cable Testing department. By supporting all areas encompassing, but not limited to, specification and drawing review, procedure writing, operator training, process improvements, troubleshooting process issues, disposition of non-conforming product, and equipment calibration and maintenance at the System Build areas. The candidate will coordinate technical discussions for the processes involved in his/her area. Optical Product and Systems Manufacturing will be the primary area of responsibility. This position will augment existing Engineering personnel in this area. A working knowledge of electronic controls and line drives is desired.Responsibilities and Duties:Responsible to define and control of the test processes and equipmentEngineer shall document test procedures, train technicians and operators, perform EOM study, maintain test hardware, fixturing, collect required test data, and troubleshoot test failuresTroubleshoot and provide solution design and experimentation coordination with product engineers and R&D designersEstablish SPC controls as required and support data analysis with product engineeringImprove product test throughput and yield to meet program objectivesSupport System and Block testing data compilation and analysis.Support company and facility Environmental Safety and Health (ES&H) policies and programs by:supporting and meeting annual and long-term ES&H objectives including ES&H principles in shop procedures, equipment purchases and equipment/product designattending appropriate ES&H trainingproviding information for accident and incident investigations and assisting in implementation of corrective actionsOther duties as assigned.NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States.Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is notavailable for this position.Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law. Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume.BENEFITSSubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential. Note: If the posting is for an internship position, delete all benefit information.AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITYSubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. Since 1955, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 21 times.SUBCOM’S CORE VALUESQuality - Accountability - Teamwork - InnovationBS Electrical Engineering, advanced degree would be preferredExperience with manufacturing test set operation requiredSoftware experience with technical computing software preferredWorking knowledge of test methods and experience writing procedures preferredWorking knowledge of telecommunications transmission equipment architecture and function preferredExperience in optical testing methodologies is preferredExcellent written, verbal and presentation skills are required