Senior Automation Engineer

Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry.

We provide the highest performing and field-proven wavelength management solutions from components, modules to integrated line-cards.

Continuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation, cutting edge WSS and amplification technology and comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software design capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks of telecom, datacom, hyperscale datacenter and supercomputing.

In Fremont, CA, we serve global clients in telecom and datacom industries in providing innovative optical modules to support our customer's next generation networks.

We are looking for a Senior Automation Engineer to join our team.

This team will be responsible for MEMS optical cross-connect switches' design, development, and manufacturing in our Fremont facilities.

This person will work with multi-discipline teams, including sales and marketing, product line managers, electrical, mechanical, and optical R&D teams, and work with colleagues of different geographic sites.

What You Will Do


* Design and develop the manufacturing automation system for optical cross-connect switch products.


* Work with product development team on manufacturing requirement and design solutions that improve production processes efficiency, quality, and cost.


* Design and develop control systems for automated manufacturing equipment.


* Integrate automation equipment and systems into existing manufacturing execution system (MES).


* Work with NPI and production team on smooth transferring of the manufacturing automation system for volume production.


* Sustain and lead the continuous improvement to optimize automated processes.


* Implement quality metrics to ensure that automated processes meet regulatory and quality standards.


* Create and maintain documentation related to automation systems, including specifications, manuals, and standard operating procedures.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical, industrial automation, or related field).


* 5+ years of experience in manufacturing automation engineering position


* Proficiency in automation technologies, including PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programming, HMI (Human-Machine Interface) design, Windows application programming in C++/C#, Python, etc.


* Solid foundation in control theory, robotics, and automated manufacturing system.


* Familiarity with industrial standards and regulations related to manufacturing automation.


* Strong communication skills for teamwork, troubleshooting, brainstorming.

What Will Put You Ahead


* 7 years of experience in manufacturing automation engineering in the optical communications industry.


* Project management expertise and leadership of geographically dist...