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AFL · 1 day ago

Sr. Product Development Engineer - ISP Fiber Management (Hybrid)

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable and provides engineering services for major telecom customers. The Product Development Engineer will lead the development of inside plant fiber management systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product specifications meet customer requirements.

Enterprise SoftwareManufacturingNetwork SecurityTelecommunicationsWeb HostingWired Telecommunications

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Alex Wilson

Responsibilities

Design and develop new ISP (Inside Plant) fiber optic connectivity, cable management, and racks & enclosures products

Collaborate with other project stakeholders to develop product specifications and requirements for complex development projects

Conduct product design, detailing and fitment verifications. Develop manufacturing drawings and associated design documentation

Conduct tolerance analysis and analyze CAD models to ensure proper fitment of parts within assemblies

Coordinate and build engineering prototypes for design verification of fitment and performance testing

Lead testing, process, materials, capital, and quality improvement projects

Define product testing requirements and plans based on industry standards and other relevant inputs

Direct post design verification testing analysis, as needed, to identify potential design improvement opportunities

Apply DFx principles (Design for Manufacturing, Design for Assembly, etc.)

Complete DFMEA/PFMEA (Design/Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis)

Apply engineering analysis to make data-driven design decisions

Use sound engineering principles and practices to develop practical solutions to complex problems and to develop new technologies that serve to evolve AFL’s product portfolio

Interface with cross-functional project teams consisting of product management, application engineering, process and manufacturing engineering, quality, and development engineering during all phases of product development, including ramp-up and release to manufacturing

Gain and apply comprehensive understanding of fiber optic product installation, test and application methods to all new product development projects

Provide internal and external customers with product design, applications, and fiber expertise as needed

Adhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL

Perform other product development related duties as required

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringParametric solid modelingNew product developmentDesign for ManufacturingISO-9001 experienceMetal rack systems designEffective communicationTeamworkTime managementInitiative

Required

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (or other similar technical discipline)

Parametric solid modeling experience (SolidWorks preferred)

8+ years of technical experience conducting new product development

Design experience with multiple manufacturing techniques (injection molding, sheet metal forming, machining, etc.)

Substantial experience designing metal rack systems with aluminum and sheet metal

Experience working within an ISO-9001 quality management system

Effective oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal, influencing and teamwork skills

Effective time management and organizational skills

Ability to lead new product development projects from concept through design, development, testing and Industrialization while following a formal stage-gate process using industry recognized project management practices

Preferred

Fiber Optic industry experience, especially design, development, and/or applications

1–3 years of experience in wire assembly engineering or production processes or similar related experience a plus

1–3 years of experience in the design or development of small-form devices such as medical or related industry a plus

Demonstrated ability to create innovative solutions and designs

Experience analyzing patents and drafting invention disclosures

Project management experience

Substantial to moderate sheet metal part design experience

Knowledge of welded rack assembly for data center applications

Experience with painting and coating of metal assemblies

Benefits

Flexible time off policy

401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)

Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs

Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options

Opportunities for career advance with an industry leading company!

Company

AFL

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AFL is a telecommunication company that offers fiber optic cable, transmission and substation accessories to its clients.

Founded in 1984

Duncan, South Carolina, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.AFLglobal.com

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