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Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in Electro/Mechanical hardware design. The ideal candidate will have experience in the design of next-generation optical transceivers and optical interconnects in a fast-paced R&D environment. In addition, they will have a proven track record of successful project execution. You will be responsible for designing the housings for optical networking products, and ensuring manufacturability and reliability in production environments. You'll work cross-functionally with optical, hardware, packaging, test, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, scalable, and high-performance optical hardware platforms while ensuring product goals are met.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conceptualize, design, and develop mechanical housings for optical networking products using PTC’s Creo software
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand all aspects of the project requirements and to ensure they are successfully achieved
- Create detailed design drawings and 3D models
- Help perform design validation tests, root cause analysis, and troubleshoot issues to optimize product design
- Perform thermal analysis and simulations using Ansys Icepak software
- Communicate with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure smooth production and address design-related issues
- Ensure compliance with MSA standards (e.g., QSFP-DD, OSFP) and mechanical interface specifications for data center environments
- Define tooling, fixtures, and assembly instructions for precise optical and mechanical builds in collaboration with global vendors and suppliers
- Work with suppliers and vendors for component selection and procurement
- Ensure systems comply with safety and regulatory standards
- Manage project timelines and milestones effectively
- Stay updated with industry trends, advancements in technology, and best practices in product design to improve system performance
Qualifications
- B.S. or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Opto-Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in optical networking (open line systems, optical terminals, and pluggable optics) or related hardware
- Familiarity with mechanical reliability testing (shock, vibration, thermal cycling)
- Proven experience in using Creo software for product design and development and other engineering software
- Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory compliance
- Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and concepts
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
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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.
