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 11,000 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 policy401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programsExcellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy optionsOpportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!This individual will be part of a high-performing team responsible for the design and development of fiber optic cable products and technologies. This person will be responsible for leading projects that launch the products and technologies that enable AFL to continue its strong growth in new and existing markets.ResponsibilitiesLead new product development projects from Concept through Design, Development, Testing and Industrialization while following a formal stage-gate processDesign and develop new cable products utilizing advanced modeling tools and engineering principles.Interface with Product Line Managers, Applications Engineers, Market Managers, Manufacturing Engineers, Designers during all phases of product development and to support existing productsApply engineering analysis to make data-driven design decisionsLead and/or contribute to major testing, process, materials, capital, and quality improvement projectsGain and apply comprehensive understanding of fiber optic product installation, test and application methods to all new product development projectsDevelop, run and analyze experiments for new and existing products, processes, and materialsCoordinate and build engineering prototypes for design verification testingWrite test plans and oversee development and qualification testingConduct post design verification testing analysis, as needed, to identify potential design improvement opportunitiesApply DFM/DFA principles (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly)Provide internal and external customers with product, applications, and fiber expertise as neededAdhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFLPerform other product development related duties as requested, directed or assignedRequirementsBachelors of Science in Engineering or Materials Science. 3+ years of technical experience conducting Product Development3+ years of Project Management experienceEffective oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal, influencing, and teamwork skillsEffective time management and organizational skillsPreferred SkillsFiber Optic industry experience, especially design, development, and/or applicationsDemonstrated ability to create innovative solutions/designs (Patents, Intellectual Property)Process experience in extrusion, stranding, metal forming/welding5+ years of technical experience conducting Product Development5+ years Project Management Experience#LI-Mb1Job SummaryRequisition Number: PRODU008846Job Category: Engineering - GeneralSchedule: Full-Time