Engineering Technician

Your Job

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.

Molex is seeking an Engineering Technician to join our Optical Systems Business Unit (OSBU).

In this role, the successful candidate will be part of a world-class engineering team contributing to the development of the next generation coherent and PAM4 optical transceivers.

The successful candidate will perform tasks such as module assembly and routine optical/electrical testing under the direction of engineering staff.

What You Will Do


* Support the development and testing of new and existing transceiver products to meet customer expectations


* Management of the R&D laboratory to ensure it's in good running order


* Purchasing equipment, consumable materials, etc.


* Ensure that critical equipment is calibrated per Molex's quality procedures


* Maintain inventory control of components and tools


* Manage the lab network (PC & Equipment) with IT team


* Perform assembly, inspection and testing of optical transceiver products under the direction of the R&D engineers


* Perform shipping process for customers or for equipment

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* High School diploma or equivalent GED


* 3+ years of Lab experience with industry knowledge of electrical components and testing


* Self-starter, organized with an interest in learning


* Ability to multi-task


* Great communication skill

What Will Put You Ahead


* Experience in optical transceivers and optical testing

For this role, we anticipate paying $27-$40 per hour.

This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

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