Product Engineer

Responsibilities

• Support product development and optimization for manufacturing optical and electrical interconnect products
• Collaborate with R&D and Operations teams to define manufacturing requirements and assembly specifications
• Develop and document processes, tools, and workflows to enable seamless product transitions into production
• Drive process automation and create automation tools to enhance efficiency
• Transition designs into Contract Manufacturers (CMs) and facilitate on-site support for training, quality, and delivery
• Work with global teams and vendors to ensure alignment on processes, quality, and delivery schedules
• Own product bill-of-materials (BOM) and manage their lifecycle changes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Optical, Electrical, Mechanical, Production Engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience in optical/electronics manufacturing or product engineering
• Proven track record of launching complex optical/electronic products to market
• Knowledge of fiber optic transmission and associated testing methodologies
• Experience owning product BOMs through product lifecycle management software (Agile)
• Ability to create and manage automated processes, automation tools, and data analysis tools
• Hands-on experience with fiber optic assembly, handling, and splicing
• Strong problem-solving skills and effective written and oral communication abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Optical, Electrical, Mechanical, or Production Engineering
• Experience with specialty and ribbon fiber splicing
• Prior experience debugging complex optical assemblies
• Familiarity with high-pressure environments and remote issue resolution
• Strong organizational and project management skills

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(K) with company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time

About the Company

Ciena is a global leader in high-speed connectivity, committed to a people-first approach. We drive business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact, fostering a culture that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging.