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We are currently looking for a highly motivated Laboratory Engineer Advanced Technology (M/F/D) managing the Advanced Technology laboratory in Meiningen.
Adtran is a leading manufacturer of optical connectivity solutions from access to long-haul with a strong presence in Europe. Future technologies and new products are prepared by its Advanced Technology department operating a large research laboratory equipped with latest generation high-performance devices. Close cooperation with the adjacent R&D laboratory offers unparalleled opportunities to realize complex experimental setups.
If you want to be a part of our growing company that is driven by innovation and is focused on building the future together with our employees, consider applying.
Principle duties and essential functions
Responsibility for the organization and operational capability of the laboratory
Setting up experimental assemblies in the laboratory and conducting experiments in the framework of our research on optical transmission systems, sub-systems and distributed fiber sensing with focus on the physical layer
Supporting team members in selecting suitable devices and designing experimental setups
Ensuring reliable measurements (calibration of measurement devices)
Implementing required laser safety measures
Support in national and international projects
Solid knowledge and experience in several of the following fields:
Technologies for increasing capacity of optical communication systems (multi-band transmission, space-division multiplexing)
Transmission experiments in laboratory environments
Techniques for monitoring signal quality in optical networks
Joint data communication and distributed fiber sensing
Knowledge, skills and experience required
Diploma, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related area
Good programming skills with focus on laboratory automatization
Good knowledge in optical transmission technologies and optical fiber effects
Laboratory experience in optical sub-system and system characterization
Ideally experience in some of the following topics:
Coherent optical transmission and optical modulation
Optical amplification and switching
Monitoring of signal quality in an optical network
Good presentation and communication skills
Innovative, highly motivated personality
Fluent written and oral English language skills, fluency in German is a plus
Innovative, constructive and application oriented
Benefits
Possibility to work in an international, multicultural environment
Team-oriented, friendly work culture
Flexible working hours model
Internal training program
Fitness, commuting and kindergarten allowances as well as drinks and fruits for free
Employee discounts e. g. for events and branded products
Skills Required
- Diploma, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related area
- Good programming skills with focus on laboratory automatization
- Good knowledge in optical transmission technologies and optical fiber effects
- Laboratory experience in optical sub-system and system characterization
- Fluent written and oral English language skills, fluency in German is a plus
ADTRAN Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ADTRAN and has not been reviewed or approved by ADTRAN.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests health insurance is solid, with medical, dental, and vision coverage viewed favorably. Company-paid short-term disability and access to on-site medical services at some locations reinforce the perception of strong healthcare support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Feedback suggests the 2024 shift to flexible/unlimited PTO has been well received and is complemented by paid holidays and sick leave. Volunteer time off adds to the overall time-away options.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Feedback suggests on-site clinics, fitness centers, cafeterias, and tuition assistance add meaningful day-to-day value. An Employee Assistance Program and optional add-ons further expand lifestyle support.
ADTRAN Insights
What We Do
ADTRAN, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADTN) is defining the future network with innovative next-generation solutions that enable telecommunication service providers to deliver voice, data and video services to homes and businesses. Our vision is to enable a fully connected world where the power to communicate is available to everyone, everywhere. ADTRAN was founded in 1985 in Huntsville, AL. The corporate headquarters remains in Huntsville with additional R&D centers in Germany and India and sales offices located throughout the world. Innovation has been at the heart of the company since its inception and is recognized through our large portfolio of patents that is more than 700 strong. Our employees, more than 2,000 strong, come to work each day searching for ways to bring the world together through improved communication. We seek the best and brightest minds that bring integrity, a spirit of entrepreneurism, creative problem solving, and a passion for their work.
