Rochester Sr Manager, Product Development Engineer Ny 14625

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Job Overview

Sr. Manager, Product Development Engineer – Passive Optical Engineering, Digital Data Networks (DDN) Unit | TE Connectivity The Opportunity Join TE Connectivity's cutting-edge Passive Optics organization as a Product Development Engineering Manager and help pioneer the next generation of optical interconnect solutions powering AI and hyperscale computing. You'll tackle complex engineering challenges in fiber optics, working with advanced materials and precision manufacturing to create products that enable the world's most demanding data center applications.

Why This Role Matters As AI workloads demand unprecedented bandwidth and reliability, optical interconnect engineering has become mission-critical. You'll be at the forefront of solving complex technical challenges that directly enable the AI revolution while advancing TE's leadership in high-performance optical connectivity.

Please note

operations are currently based at a temporary site in Webster, NY. The team will transition to a permanent Rochester location (near RIC) upon completion.

Job Requirements

Advanced Optical Design & Development

Optical System Design

• Develop innovative FAU (Fiber Attachment Unit) fiber optic connectors for attachment to the PIC (Photonic Integrated Circuit), cable assemblies, and optical components using advanced modeling and simulation tools

Precision Engineering

• Design sub-micron tolerance systems ensuring optimal optical performance across temperature ranges and environmental conditions

Performance Optimization

• Engineer solutions for critical optical parameters including insertion loss, return loss, backscatter and optical power management Materials & Thermal Engineering

Thermal Stability

• Analyze and optimize material properties for thermal cycling, coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) matching, and long-term stability

Materials Selection

• Evaluate and specify advanced polymers, ceramics, and metallic materials for optical applications

Environmental Testing

• Design and execute comprehensive test protocols for temperature, humidity, vibration, and mechanical stress validation Advanced Optical Concepts

Optical Coupling

• Design and optimize grating couplers, edge couplers, and fiber-to-chip interfaces for maximum efficiency

Polarization Management

• Develop solutions for polarization-dependent loss (PDL), polarization mode dispersion (PMD), and state of polarization control

Beam Management

• Engineer systems for optimal beam pointing stability, diffraction control, and optical path management

Optical Modeling

• Utilize ray tracing, wave optics simulation, and finite element analysis for design optimization Product Development & Validation

Prototyping

• Lead rapid prototyping efforts from concept through production-ready designs

Testing & Characterization

• Develop comprehensive test methodologies for optical performance, reliability, and manufacturing quality

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with manufacturing, quality, and product management teams to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) What your background should look like

Education

• BS/MS in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
• Experience:13+ years in optical product development, fiber optics, or photonics engineering

Technical Expertise

• Hands-on experience with optical design tools (Zemax, Code V, BeamPROP, or similar) and physics of optical coupling structures

Materials Knowledge

• Understanding of optical materials, thermal properties, and mechanical behavior of polymers, glasses and ceramics

Optical Theory

• Deep understanding of geometric and wave optics, polarization, diffraction, and scattering phenomena

Precision Manufacturing

• Experience with sub-micron tolerancing, precision molding, and optical assembly processes, thin film optical coating technologies

Measurement Systems

• Proficiency with optical test equipment (OSAs, OTDRs, interferometers, polarimeters)

Modeling & Simulation

• Experience with finite element analysis (ANSYS, COMSOL) and optical simulation software Specialized Knowledge Areas

Fiber Optics

• Single-mode (SM), multi-mode (MM) and polarization maintaining (PM) fiber properties, splice loss mechanisms, and connector design principles

Thermal Analysis

• Thermal modeling, CTE matching, and temperature-dependent optical performance

Manufacturing Processes

• Injection molding, precision machining, optical polishing, and assembly automation

Reliability Engineering

• Accelerated testing, failure analysis, and statistical quality control methods

Team Leadership & Development

• Proven ability to build and lead high-performing engineering teams with demonstrated experience in performance management, talent development, technical decision-making and successful career progression planning for technical staff

Problem Solving

• Creative approach to complex technical challenges with systematic troubleshooting methodology

Communication

• Ability to present technical concepts to cross-functional teams and document detailed engineering specifications

Project Management

• Experience managing multiple development projects with competing priorities and tight timelines

Continuous Learning

• Commitment to staying current with emerging optical technologies and industry trends

Advanced Degree

• MS/PhD in Optics, Photonics, or Materials Science

Industry Experience

• Background in telecommunications, data center, or high-speed interconnect markets

Standards Knowledge

• Familiarity with IEC, TIA/EIA, and IEEE optical connector standards

Programming Skills

• MATLAB, Python, or other technical computing languages

Patent Experience

• Track record of intellectual property development and technical innovation #TEOpticsJobs #USOpticsJobs Competencies SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)