AFL is looking to solve the problem of developing new fiber optic connectivity, management and splicing apparatus products to support its industry-leading position in the telecom market.
Requirements
- Parametric solid modeling experience (SolidWorks preferred)
- New product development experience
- Design experience with multiple manufacturing techniques (injection molding, sheet metal forming, machining, etc.)
- Molded plastic part design knowledge
- Experience working within an ISO-9001 quality management system
- Strong knowledge of engineering drawing principles and practices
- Tolerance analysis and part fitment evaluation experience
Responsibilities
- Design and develop new OSP (Outside Plant) fiber optic connectivity, management and splicing apparatus products.
- Conduct product design, detailing and fitment verifications. Develop manufacturing drawings and associated design documentation.
- Conduct tolerance analysis and analyze CAD models to ensure proper fitment of parts within assemblies.
- Coordinate and build engineering prototypes for design verification of fitment and performance testing.
- Conduct post design verification testing analysis, as needed, to identify potential design improvement opportunities.
- Apply engineering analysis to make data-driven design decisions.
- Apply DFx principles (Design for Manufacturing, Design for Assembly, etc.).
Other
- 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
- Bachelor's degree (not explicitly mentioned but implied as a typical requirement for such a role)
