Viavi Solutions

Staff Mechanical Design Engineer

Viavi Solutions$89K — $165K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, Master's preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience in product/technology development.
  • High proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo).
  • Ability to multitask and support multiple programs.
  • Strong independent and team working skills.
  • Effective communicator with a proactive approach.
  • Familiar with all phases of design: research to ongoing support.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of optical test equipment.
  • Work with engineering teams to integrate optical systems and electronics.
  • Design and build prototypes for optical test equipment.
  • Identify and implement improvements in test systems.
  • Create and maintain detailed engineering documentation.
  • Collaborate with R&D, product development, and manufacturing teams.

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Health, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Bonus program
Full Job Description

Summary:

Duties & Responsibilities:

Duties & Responsibilities:

This position will support development of new products for the Fiber Optic Production & Lab Test business unit. The candidate will work on developing products in the areas of optical measurement systems for lab and production applications. This involves working within a multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams to develop solutions which includes free space optics, fiber management and electronics packaging while considering compliance to internal and external specifications, manufacturability, thermal performance, and cost.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and Development: Lead the design and development of optical test equipment and systems, including performance verification of fiber optic components.
  • System Integration: Work closely with optical and electrical engineering teams to integrate optical systems and electronics for lab and production test products.
  • Prototyping & Testing: Design and build prototypes for optical test equipment, ensuring that all systems meet performance specifications through rigorous testing and validation.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in test systems, propose and implement design optimizations, and develop best practices for optical test equipment development.
  • Documentation: Create and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including CAD models and drawings, bill of materials (BOMs), and test procedures.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with R&D, product development, and manufacturing teams to ensure that products meet the needs of customers.

Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements:

Required Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required. Preference given to candidates with Masters.
  • 8+ years of experience in product/technology development.
  • High proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Solid Edge or similar.
  • Ability to multitask - support multiple programs.
  • Ability to work independently and on a team.
  • Motivated, innovative, effective communicator.
  • Familiar with all phases of design – research, concept, development, NPI to remote CM, and ongoing support
  • History of close work with Electrical and/or Optical design

Preferred Experience:

  • Design of fiber optic and / or electronic products.
  • Thermal analysis and management.
  • Participation in high level architectural planning.
  • Contribution to intellectual property development and support patent disclosures.

If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.

Job Posting Pay Range:

89,167

to

165,597

Exceptional qualifications, experience and location may impact salary.  VIAVI offers a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health, life and disability insurance,401(k), and a bonus program.

About Viavi Solutions

Viavi Solutions is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions to communications service providers, enterprises, network equipment manufacturers, civil government, military and avionics customers. The company serves customers worldwide.
Learn more about Viavi Solutions
Size
3,600 employees
Market Cap
$2.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$30.1 million
Founded
1923
5 Year Trend
+9.9%
Revenue
$1.1 billion
NASDAQ

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