Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world's most innovative companies to create a more connected world?
Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.
The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed, and maintained to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.
We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you're a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you're new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.
Responsibilities
Mechanical design engineers report to the NPI engineering manager and collaborate with R&D design, manufacturing, and purchasing teams on design projects.
Duties include architecting, developing, and implementing mechanical design solutions supporting manufacturing of electro-optical subsea amplifiers, Fiber Bragg Gratings (FBGs), and fiber optic data transmission terminal equipment.
Mechanical design position involves technical problem solving, innovation through creative technical solutions, and clear communication of findings to team members.
Ability to create designs in both PTC Creo and SOLIDWORKS environments.
Research new materials and methods of development.
Organize and maintain new and existing engineering drawings.
Construct prototypes and confirm/defend designs through rigorous technical review.
Perform physical testing on design prototypes.
Ensure designs adhere to applicable industry and business standards.
Ability to drive complex problems to root cause; and, implement effective solutions which make both engineering and business sense are essential with this position.
Opportunity to work in a friendly work environment
Qualifications
Qualifications
This position requires excellent interpersonal communication skills for interfacing with internal and external organizations as required to perform job responsibilities.
BS in Mechanical Engineering required. MS preferred.
Expert knowledge of PTC Creo and SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD design environments
Strong experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (G,D&T)
Solid knowledge of mechanical design principles
Experience with 3D printing/additive manufacturing technologies
Knowledge of plastic and metal fabrication processes
Ability to coordinate and interface with manufacturing suppliers, machine shops, etc
Understanding of machine shop tool technology
Experience converting 3D CAD drawings to 3D printed designs with various materials
Impeccable attention to detail
Experience with electro-optical manufacturing processes
Experience within design team environment
Knowledge of Oracle based ERP systems in support of manufacturing processes
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.
Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume.
BENEFITS
SubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY
SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.
