Product Development Design Engineer

Superior Essex

Posted 7 days ago

Full Time

Kennesaw, Georgia

In Person

Smart Summary

The Product Development Design Engineer is responsible for designing and developing new fiber optic cable products, including creating detailed designs and ensuring prototypes meet specifications. This role supports commercialization by collaborating across teams to move innovative fiber optic cable solutions from concept through production.

We are seeking a Product Development Design Engineer to design and develop new fiber optic cable products. Key qualifications include a B.S. in Chemical, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering, strong technical writing skills, proficiency in CAD software, and the ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Technical Writing

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Engineering Principles

Critical Thinking

Adaptability

Detail Oriented

Independent Work Ethic

Results Driven

CAD Software

Microsoft Apps

Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
The Product Development Design Engineer is responsible for the design and development of new fiber optic cable products, including creating detailed designs and ensuring prototypes are built in accordance with design specifications. This role supports the successful commercialization of new products by collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to bring innovative fiber optic cable solutions from concept through production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Designing new fiber optic cable products.
  • Supporting materials selection, processing, and assembly for new fiber optic cable products.
  • Supporting the testing of fiber optic cable products.
  • Preparing engineering plans and reports.
  • Supporting the commercial implementation of new fiber optic cable products.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 

  • Strong technical writing skills.
  • Able to effectively collaborate in cross-functional team environments.
  • Proficient problem solver that uses engineering principles, structured techniques, and creative critical thinking to generate practical solutions and contingencies.
  • Able to adapt and excel in dynamic situations.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Strong independent work ethic and results driven.
  • Proficient using CAD software.

COMPUTER EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Proficient in computer and software use particularly Microsoft apps and services.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

  • B.S. Chemical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering from an ABET accredited university or equivalent
Qualifications
  • Strong technical writing skills.
  • Able to effectively collaborate in cross-functional team environments.
  • Proficient problem solver that uses engineering principles, structured techniques, and creative critical thinking to generate practical solutions and contingencies.
  • Able to adapt and excel in dynamic situations.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Strong independent work ethic and results driven.
  • Proficient using CAD software.
  • B.S. Chemical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering from an ABET accredited university or equivalent

Superior Essex

Superior Essex is a global leader in cable and wire technology. We consistently push the boundaries of engineering, sustainability, and innovation. We lead these efforts across the globe to foster lasting success for the customers we serve. Built on more than 95 years of expertise, our teams provide in-house international product distribution and focused R&D to the automotive, commercial, residential, industrial, energy, and communications markets. From the newest electric vehicles, power transformers, and commercial generators to the data communications cables linking our homes and businesses, we produce the wire and cable that powers products found Everywhere You Live and Work®.

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