Product Engineer

As a Product Engineer at Ciena, you will play a critical part in bringing the company's next-generation optical platforms from design into high-volume manufacturing. You will lead the qualification and introduction of new Optical systems and components into manufacturing, ensuring alignment between design intent and production capability. The role requires technical assessments, manufacturability evaluations, and design recommendations for electronic and mechanical assemblies used in circuit packs and systems. You will also drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews, milestone readiness assessments, and continuous design improvements across development phases.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• 5+ years of experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) for electromechanical subsystems in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience of fiber-optic assembly processes, including splicing and optical component integration
• Experience supporting optical or electro-optic transmission and communication systems
• Expertise in electronics and mechanical design manufacturability, including Design for Manufacturing (DFM) assessments
• Proven ability to manage multiple development programs simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to interface effectively with global partners and suppliers
• Proven ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional environment
• Experience working directly with contract manufacturers and suppliers to drive quality and production readiness

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Respect, value, and heard
• Diversity and inclusion
• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Accommodation measures