Lumentum is seeking a Product Development Engineer responsible for driving variant development of complex optical switch modules from end-to-end. This role combines strong technical expertise and project management skills to integrate new designs and ensure manufacturing readiness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) processes, including process design and product design reviews.
- Troubleshoot product and yield issues; coordinate with cross-functional teams across multiple locations to identify and implement effective solutions addressing production, yield, cost, and quality challenges.
- Manage Bill of Materials (BOM) and collaborate with supply chain teams and suppliers to ensure timely development and readiness of custom parts and assemblies.
- Optimize manufacturing process flow; lead DFM, PFMEA, and develop or maintain detailed work instructions.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or a related Science field.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively under pressure.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a matrix organization, both locally and internationally.
- Strong data analysis capability familiarity with databases, statistical analysis tools, and process control systems.
- Knowledge of assembly and test processes, equipment capabilities, reliability principles, and materials science
- Experience working in NPI development is a plus
- Experience in telecommunication products such as fiber optic line cards, optical modules, and components considered an asset.
