Sr Manufacturing Engineer - Fiber Optic - Tampa, FL

Michael Page International

Tampa, FL
7 days ago

$120,000–$150,000 Per Year
Full-time

Highlights

This role reports directly into their Director of Engineering and is responsible for: Serving as the lead technical expert for fiber optic products and manufacturing processes. This organization manufactures highly engineered connectivity solutions that support critical networking, data transmission, and high-speed communication applications.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Tampa, FL
Job Type	Full-time
Industry	Staffing/Employment Agencies
Salary	$120,000–$150,000 Per Year
Company Size	10,000 employees or more
Website	https://www.michaelpage.ca/

Description

Fiber Optic Manufacturing Engineer

This organization manufactures highly engineered connectivity solutions that support critical networking, data transmission, and high-speed communication applications. With continued investment in engineering and manufacturing capabilities, the company is expanding its presence in rapidly growing technology and infrastructure markets.

Job Description

This role reports directly into their Director of Engineering and is responsible for:

Serving as the lead technical expert for fiber optic products and manufacturing processes
Evaluating customer RFQs and determining technical feasibility, manufacturability, and product requirements
Leading New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from concept through production launch
Developing and optimizing fiber optic assembly manufacturing processes to improve quality, yield, and throughput
Troubleshooting complex manufacturing, assembly, and optical performance issues
Supporting product costing, quoting, and pricing activities through technical and manufacturing expertise
Collaborating with sales, operations, purchasing, quality, and customers to support new business opportunities
Creating and maintaining manufacturing documentation, work instructions, process controls, and engineering standards
Mentoring junior engineers and providing technical leadership across the engineering team
Driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and manufacturing capability expansion

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will have:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field; equivalent industry experience will be considered
7+ years of fiber optic manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment
Strong expertise with MPO/MTP connector technologies, fiber termination, polishing, testing, and troubleshooting
Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and supporting product launches
Proven success improving manufacturing processes, yields, throughput, and overall production performance
Strong understanding of singlemode and multimode fiber optic assemblies and connectivity solutions
Ability to troubleshoot optical performance issues including insertion loss, return loss, and manufacturing defects
Experience with data center, telecom, hyperscale connectivity products, US Conec technologies, MMC/VSFF connectors, or applicable IEC, TIA, and Telcordia standards is preferred

What's on Offer

Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Life and disability insurance
Opportunity to join a growing business supported by a global industry leader
High-visibility role with the ability to shape fiber optic engineering strategy and manufacturing capabilities
Direct influence on new product development, process improvement, and business growth initiatives
Leadership opportunities through mentoring and developing junior engineering talent
Exposure to cutting-edge fiber optic connectivity technologies serving data center, telecom, and high-speed networking markets

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.