Panduit

Panduit

Fiber Optics Design Engineer

USA IL Tinley Park Rdg · Full-time

No sponsorship$80k-$100kDetected 30 days ago
PythonMATLABProduct ManagementResearchCommunicationFiber Optics

About the role

  • Works under supervision on various engineering project tasks, including performing engineering analysis such as competitive, failure modes and effects, cost, and manufacturing technology assessments.

Responsibilities

  • Develop advanced fiber optic connectivity solutions, including connectors, cable assemblies, and high-density interconnect systems.
  • Lead products through the full development lifecycle, from concept and prototyping to testing and manufacturing release.
  • Research emerging technologies and apply innovative solutions to drive product advancement.
  • Partner with application engineering teams to understand customer environments, deployment challenges, and real-world use cases.
  • Create technical documentation, including specifications, test plans, validation reports, and application notes.
  • Bring creative, out-of-the-box thinking to product concepts, designs, and problem-solving.
  • Knowledge: Familiarity with optical communication transceivers, high-speed optical links, fundamentals of micro-optics or lens design, and industry standards (IEC, TIA, Telcordia).

Requirements

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Opto-electronics, or Optical Engineering.
  • Advanced degrees a strong plus.
  • 5 years in related role, with application experience in fiber optic connectivity in datacenter preferred.
  • Experience using MATLAB or Python for engineering analysis.
  • Experience with product design in 3D CAD preferred.
  • Systems: Experience using MATLAB or Python for engineering analysis.

Skills

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • What We Can Offer You
  • Competitive Pay &
  • Assists in proposing innovative product features.
  • Applies technical expertise within a single discipline, such as mechanical, electronics, software/firmware, materials science, or optics.
  • Innovation thrives when engineers are empowered to think differently, experiment boldly, and solve meaningful challenges.
  • Our 200,000 sq. ft.

Compensation

  • The expected annual base salary range for this role is $80,000 - $100,000.
  • Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only.

Benefits

  • Enjoy a robust Total Rewards Program that includes health, financial benefits, and more.
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible work options to help you achieve the perfect work-life balance.
  • Generous Time Off: Take advantage of our generous vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day to give back to the community.
  • Retirement & Growth: 401(k) match, profit sharing, and abundant growth and development opportunities to help you advance your career.
  • Parental Leave: Because we care about your family and your future.
  • Education: Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Opto-electronics, or Optical Engineering.

Company info

  • Join us and apply online to be part of the Panduit team.
  • All roles, including remote positions, require an in-person interview as part of the hiring process.

Equal opportunity

  • We're an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace for all.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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