What You’ll DoDevelop and execute comprehensive test plans and procedures for advanced optical components in alignment with product requirements and industry standards.Lead, mentor, and grow a high‑performing team of test engineers, fostering a collaborative engineering culture.Design, develop, and debug test fixtures, automation frameworks, and electro‑optical measurement systems across a broad component portfolio.Partner closely with hardware design teams to embed testability early in the product development lifecycle.Collaborate with product and process engineering to perform root‑cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions for component failures.Champion continuous improvement in test methodologies, processes, tools, and lab infrastructure.Serve as a subject‑matter expert in optical component testing, providing technical guidance to cross‑functional stakeholders.QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Optics, or a related discipline.10+ years of experience in automated hardware testing,



including optical or electro‑optical components.Solid hands‑on knowledge of optical and electrical test equipment and measurement techniques.Demonstrated experience developing test automation using object‑oriented programming languages such as Python or MATLAB.Proven ability to solve complex technical problems using structured analysis and data‑driven approaches.Experience leading technical projects with transparent ownership of scope, schedule, and deliverables.Strong collaboration and communication skills across multidisciplinary engineering teams.Nice to HavesExperience influencing instrumentation selection based on performance data and test results.Background in optical component manufacturing, qualification, or high‑volume production test.Familiarity with statistical analysis, reliability testing, or design for test methodologies.Exposure to Agile or structured project management frameworks in a hardware development environment.Experience mentoring or formally managing engineers in a test or lab environment.Pay Range$102,900 – $164,300 per year.Equal Opportunity EmploymentWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not tolerate discrimination. If you require accommodations, contact us.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Optical Components Test Engineering Lead (Quebec City) - $102,900 - $164,300 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Ciena
📍 Winnipeg