POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a motivated engineer to work closely with the Facilities Manager and our Chemical Systems Technicians supporting our factory located in Sturbridge, MA. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the design and implementation of chemical processes, instrumentation, and equipment to ensure effectiveness in process engineering and design to bring manufacturing/production efforts to scale with maximum efficiency and productivity. They will perform trials, tests and/or experiments to support operations and engineering activities. They will assist manufacturing operations in problem solving with regards to equipment and systems. They will develop and recommend new process formulas and technologies to achieve cost effectiveness and improved product quality. They will establish operating equipment specifications and improve manufacturing techniques.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Management spare parts inventory
- Research equipment upgrades
- Assist in Troubleshooting and repairs
- Oversee pollution abatement operations
- Aid in adherence to environmental regulations
- Chemical inventory and ordering
- Invoice approval
- Oversee Analytical Lab Testing operations
- Use and Maintenance of Energy Dispersive Xray Fluorescents Spectrometer
- Titrator
- Fluoride Testing
- Update and implement P&ID
- Work with Electrical Controls Engineers and Technicians
- Support Production equipment
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree Chemical Engineering.
- 1-3 years’ experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Sound Chemical aptitude in inorganic and organic chemistry
- Experience with MS Office required.
- Ability to work in both a team setting and independently required.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:
- Demonstrate effective communications (verbal, written) skills
- Proficient with MS Office Word and Excel
- Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary information
- Strict adherence to Company safety policies and procedures
- Adhere to all aspects of Lightera’s “Standards of Conduct” document
WORK ENVIRONMENT - Onsite
* Hiring Range:
$80,000 - $122,000
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications and internal equity considerations.
Visa sponsorship not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan) for this position
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering
- 1-3 years' experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
- Sound chemical aptitude in inorganic and organic chemistry
- Experience with MS Office (Word and Excel)
- Ability to work in a team setting and independently
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
Lightera Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lightera and has not been reviewed or approved by Lightera.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered okay‑to‑good in many hourly manufacturing roles, aided by overtime opportunities and union‑linked increases in some plants. Some hourly titles benchmark near or above market in specific locations.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is consistently highlighted, with multiple references to a strong employer contribution. This support is positioned as part of a competitive total rewards package.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are described as solid and mainstream. Some locations also reference on‑site or supplemental health resources and tax‑advantaged accounts.
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What We Do
For decades, we have carried the beacon of innovation, leading industries, communities, and individuals into a brighter era. Now, we have brought together all this knowledge and expertise to provide complete solutions for communication networks, connecting businesses and people. Today, we are one: Lightera, a Furukawa Electric Group company. The creation of Lightera reflects our commitment to meeting the rapidly evolving demands of industries such as generative AI, data centers, 5G/6G, utilities, medical, aerospace, defense, and sensing. Through advanced optical technologies, we build brighter, more connected communities with innovative solutions. Step into the future of smart connectivity. Visit us at lightera.com.
