What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Technology Engineer - Test position at AFL?
AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $1.5B in revenue, and employ approximately 7,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.
What We Offer:
- Flexible time off policy
- A hybrid office schedule for qualifying employees
- 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!
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with Product Development, Product Engineering, Process Engineering, and Quality to develop product test plans, including defining test sample build and configuration requirements.
- Lead product design verification and qualification test projects, including maintaining accurate test schedules and communicating test status with project stakeholders.
- Oversee the execution of test plans, including reviewing of test set-ups and test data.
- Generating test reports for test projects
- Designing, building, and commissioning test fixtures
- Identifying, selecting, and commissioning off-the-shelf test equipment
- Adhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL.
- Perform other engineering related duties as required.
Personal Qualities
- Initiative – willingness to take on additional responsibilities.
- Teamwork – works effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
- Communication – possess strong written and verbal skills.
- Detail Oriented – possess strong attention to detail.
- Flexible - able to quickly adapt to changes in priorities and deadlines.
Qualifications - Requirements
- 2 years of experience in a product engineering or quality engineering role
- Parametric solid modeling experience (SolidWorks preferred)
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal, influencing and teamwork skills.
- Effective time management and organizational skills
Qualifications - Preferred
- Knowledge of materials testing methodology
- Knowledge of part metrology
- Project management experience
- Experience working within an ISO-9001 quality management system.
- Knowledge of Fiber Optic industry test methodology
Working Conditions
- Normal office environment, hybrid work schedule
