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Optical Components Test Engineer - Ottawa Or Quebec City

$94.1k - $150.3k per year

Ciena

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people‑first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well‑being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
Optical Components Test EngineeringPlays a critical role in enabling reliable, high‑volume manufacturing of Ciena’s optical component technologies. This position partners closely with Research and Development (R&D), manufacturing partners, and cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, automated test solutions that support both sustaining products and new product introduction (NPI). The role offers the opportunity to directly influence product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and customer satisfaction through data‑driven test engineering excellence.
How You Will Make An Impact
Support high‑volume manufacturing by debugging, maintaining, and enhancing automated test systems for optical components
Provide technical insight into test instrument selection and station design
Drive capital efficiency through test time reduction, yield improvement, and optimization of test strategies
Support failure analysis, root cause identification, and corrective action implementation for components, sub‑systems, and field returns
Lead test system replication, transfer, bring‑up, and ongoing support at partner manufacturing sites
The Must Haves
5+ years of experience developing automated test systems and software for production environments
Demonstrated expertise in optical or high‑speed electronic test system development
MATLAB experience;
C# and/or python experience are an asset
Strong understanding of optical component testing and manufacturing processes
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering Physics, or a related technical discipline
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional and external partner teams
Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills with a clear sense of accountability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
fluent English (Bilingual: English/French is desirable)
Nice To Haves
Extensive test equipment control and automation experience
Background in supporting test activities across global manufacturing partners
Experience in driving yield improvement initiatives using data analytics
Exposure to failure analysis of optical components and sub‑systems
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, primarily to Asia
Pay Range
The annual pay range for this position in Ottawa is $94,100 - $150,300
The annual pay range for this position in Quebec City is $84,700 - $135,300
Ingénierie des tests des composants optiquesL’équipe d’ingénierie des tests des composants optiques joue un rôle essentiel dans la mise en œuvre d’une fabrication fiable et à haut volume des technologies de composants optiques de Ciena. Ce poste collabore étroitement avec les équipes de recherche et développement (R&D) et avec des partenaires manufacturiers afin de fournir des solutions de test automatisées robustes à la fois pour des produits matures et pour des produits en phase d’introduction (NPI). Ce rôle offre l’occasion d’influencer directement la qualité des produits, l’efficacité de la fabrication et la satisfaction des clients grâce à de l’ingénierie de test basée sur des données.
Comment Vous Aurez Un Impact
Soutenir la fabrication en diagnostiquant, en maintenant et en optimisant les systèmes de test automatisés pour les composants optiques.
Fournir une expertise technique pour la sélection des instruments de test et la conception des stations de test.
Favoriser l’amélioration continue du rendement des produits, de la durée des tests et de la réduction des coûts.
Soutenir les analyses de défaillance, l’identification des causes fondamentales et la mise en œuvre d’actions correctives pour les composants, sous-systèmes et retours du terrain.
Diriger le transfert, la mise en service et le soutien continu des systèmes de test chez les partenaires manufacturiers.
Exigences Essentielles
Plus de 5 ans d’expérience dans le développement de systèmes et de logiciels de test automatisés pour des environnements de production.
Expertise démontrée dans le développement de systèmes de test optiques ou électroniques à haute vitesse.
Expérience avec MATLAB;
la connaissance de C# et/ou Python est considérée comme un atout.
Bonne compréhension des méthodes d’essai de composants optiques et des processus de fabrication.
Baccalauréat ou maîtrise en génie électrique, informatique, physique de l’ingénierie ou dans une discipline technique connexe.
Capacité démontrée à collaborer efficacement avec des équipes multidisciplinaires et des partenaires externes.
Excellentes aptitudes en analyse, communication et résolution de problèmes, avec un grand sens des responsabilités.
Atouts Supplémentaires
Vaste expérience en contrôle et automatisation d’équipements de test.
Expérience dans le soutien aux activités de test auprès de partenaires manufacturiers mondiaux.
Expérience dans la mise en œuvre d’initiatives d’amélioration du rendement à l’aide de l’analyse de données.
Connaissance de l’analyse de défaillance des composants et sous‑systèmes optiques.
Excellentes aptitudes à la communication écrite et orale;
anglais courant.
Capacité de voyager jusqu’à 10 % du temps, principalement en Asie.
Échelle Salariale
La rémunération annuelle pour ce poste se situe entre 84 700 $ - 135 300 $.
Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company‑paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.
Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
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