Nokia · 2 days ago
Director of Automation Engineering- Optical Electronic Manufacturing
7360 Windsor Drive, Allentown, Pennsylvania, 18106-9318, US
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$152K/yr - $283K/yr
10+ years expNokia is a leader in the telecommunications industry, and they are seeking a Director of Automation Engineering to guide a team focused on revolutionizing automation in fiberoptic transceiver manufacturing. The role involves developing long-term automation strategies, building a high-performing team, and ensuring the integration of automation systems with manufacturing processes.
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute the long-term automation strategy for fiberoptic transceiver manufacturing, aligning with company goals
Build and guide a high-performing multidisciplinary automation engineering team focused on robotics and automated systems
Design and implement automated solutions for assembly, packaging, bonding, and testing of microelectronic components
Transition manual processes to fully automated production lines, ensuring efficiency and quality targets are met
Oversee the integration of automation systems with manufacturing execution systems and quality control processes
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and manufacturing yield
Collaborate with R&D to ensure product designs support automation and manufacturability
Communicate automation strategies and progress to executive guide and cross-functional teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation Engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience in automated microelectronics or opto-electronics manufacturing
Proven track record of designing and deploying high-precision automated assembly and test systems
Experience guide engineering teams and scaling automation capabilities in a production environment
Deep knowledge of robotics, motion control, machine vision, PLCs, and clean manufacturing processes
Preferred
Master's degree or PhD in a relevant engineering discipline
Experience with fiber optic components, photonics packaging, or optical alignment automation
Background in high-volume, high-mix manufacturing environments
Familiarity with MES integration, Industry 4.0 technologies, and advanced analytics
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Flexible work arrangements
Opportunities for career advancement
Commitment to work-life balance
Employee well-being
Company
Nokia
Nokia manufactures mobile devices, network infrastructure, and location-based technology for businesses. It is a sub-organization of Enscryb.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.45BKey Investors
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2025-12-16Post Ipo Debt· $511.84M
2025-10-28Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2025-06-30Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B
Leadership Team
Justin Hotard
President and CEO
Victoria Hanrahan
Chief of Staff to the CEO
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