New Product Introduction Engineer - Optical Assemblies 1

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Job Overview

Manufacturing Process Development Engineer – Optical Connector Termination Systems, Digital Data Networks (DDN) Business Unit | TE Connectivity

The Opportunity Join TE Connectivity's industry-leading Passive Optics organization as a Manufacturing Process Development Engineer and drive manufacturing excellence in optical connector termination processes. You'll tackle complex manufacturing challenges in high-precision fiber optic termination, working with advanced production technologies and lean manufacturing principles to optimize both internal operations and external contract manufacturing partnerships that enable the world's most demanding optical connectivity applications.

Why This Role Matters

As optical interconnect demand accelerates across AI, hyperscale computing, and 5G infrastructure, manufacturing excellence in fiber optic termination has become mission-critical. You'll be at the forefront of developing scalable, robust manufacturing processes that directly enable TE's competitive advantage while ensuring world-class quality and cost performance in optical connectivity manufacturing.

Please note: operations are currently based at a temporary site in Webster, NY. The team will transition to a permanent Rochester location (near RIC) upon completion

Job Requirements

What You’ll Enginee

Manufacturing Process Development & Optimization

• Design and optimize end‑to‑end optical connector manufacturing processes, including fiber prep, termination, polishing, and testing.
• Develop process flows, work instructions, and manufacturing specifications for single‑mode and multi‑mode optical assemblies.
• Lead DFM reviews to ensure new designs meet volume, quality, yield, and cost goals.
• Drive PFMEA activities to identify risks and implement preventive controls.
• Create complete production documentation (process specs, control plans, WI, quality procedures).