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Product Development Engineer

Dallas, TX, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 7 hours ago

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Skills

Telecommunications
Professional Development
Training
Life Insurance
ISP
Cabling
Process Modeling
3D Modeling
Finite Element Analysis
Quality Improvement
Prototyping
Test Plans
FMEA
Science
Mechanical Engineering
Solid Modeling
SolidWorks
PTC
Creo
Autodesk
Unigraphics NX
Injection Molding
Machining
Organizational Skills
Development Testing
Project Management
Collaboration
Teamwork
Cross-functional Team
Communication
Attention To Detail
Management
Optical Fiber
Patents
Intellectual Property
Product Development
Manufacturing
Testing

Summary

Product Development Engineer

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $2B in revenue, and employ approximately 9,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

What We Offer:

Flexible time off policy
Hybrid: After gaining knowledge of our environment, there is the opportunity for this position to work under our Hybrid schedule working both in the office and remotely
401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company

Responsibilities

Lead new product, processes, and automation projects from concept to industrialization using a stage-gate process.
Design and develop new ISP (Inside Plant) fiber optic connectivity and cable management products, including splicing tools, process design, and automation utilizing advanced 3D modeling and analysis software (SolidWorks, Finite Element Analysis, Mold Flow, etc.).
Collaborate with Product Line Managers, Applications Engineers, Market Managers, Manufacturing Engineers, Designers during all phases of product development and to support existing products.
Apply engineering analysis to make data-driven design decisions.
Lead and/or contribute to testing, process, materials, capital, automation, and quality improvement projects.
Gain and apply comprehensive understanding of fiber optic product installation, factory & field test, and application methods to all new product development projects.
Develop, run, and analyze experiments for new and existing products, processes, automation, and materials.
Coordinate and build engineering prototypes for design verification testing.
Write test plans and oversee development and qualification testing.
Conduct post design verification testing analysis, as needed, to identify potential design improvement opportunities.
Apply DFMEA/PFMEA (Design/Process Failure Modes Effects Analysis) and Mold Flow analysis.
Provide internal and external customers with product, applications, and fiber expertise as needed.
Adhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL.
Perform other product development related duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (or other similar technical discipline/equivalent experience).
Parametric Solid Modeling Experience (SolidWorks, PTC CREO, Autodesk, NX).
3-5 years of technical experience conducting product development.
Familiar with Industry Project Management practices.
Design experience with multiple manufacturing techniques (injection molding, sheet metal forming, machining, bonding, etc.).
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal, influencing, and teamwork skills.
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Ability to support new product development projects from concept through design, development, testing, and Industrialization while following a formal stage-gate process using industry recognized project management practices.

Personal Qualities

Initiative - willingness to take on additional responsibilities.
Teamwork - works effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
Communication - possess strong written and verbal skills.
Flexible - detail oriented and able to quickly adapt under pressure to meet deadlines.
Experience - has new product development engineering experience and is capable of managing complex projects.

Preferred Skills

Fiber Optic industry experience, especially design, development, and/or applications.
Demonstrated ability to create innovative solutions/designs (Patents, Intellectual Property).
Technical experience with plastic product development.

Working Conditions

Office environment interacting with manufacturing and testing personnel.
Hybrid office work schedule with additional office time required as needed by project and/or business demands.
Domestic and international travel up to 25% may be required.

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