Assistant 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, California, we serve global clients in telecom and datacom industries in providing innovative optical components & modules to support our customer's next generation networks. We are looking for an Assistant Engineer to join our team. This person will be responsible for fiber optical alignment, assembling and testing the optical products and solutions that are used in telecom and datacom industries.

What You Will Do

• Assist in engineering projects and products planning and developing

• Build product prototypes including optical alignment, assembling and testing

• Perform optical component and chip inspection

• Perform fiber optical alignment, component fixing, module assembling and testing

• Perform various engineering experiments on fiber optical products

• Diagnose engineering problems by collecting and analyzing information

• Hands on technical support of manufacturing with technical solutions

• Coordinates product activities with engineering and manufacturing

• Follow up documentation and protocol to perform system alignment and calibration.

Who You Are

• High school diploma.

• At least 6 years (3 plus for college graduate) hands on fiber optical alignment, assembling and testing experience.

• Understanding of basic optical components and fiberoptic devices

• Proven analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Record keeping and data documentation skills.

• Understand ESD safety and laser protection.

What Puts You Ahead

• College degree

• 10 plus years' experience in fiber optical alignment, assembling and testing

• Verbal and written communication skills in English and Mandarin

• Motivated self-starter and independent worker

• Passed 6S and ISO9001/TL9000 training.

• Understand DOE concept.

For this role, we anticipate paying a yearly salary of $60-80k. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria are set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.

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