Associate Product Engineer

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the testing, evaluation, and qualification of Fiber Optic transceivers and related products.
• Support the creation and maintenance of product documentation, including technical requirements and datasheets.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and suppliers to troubleshoot basic technical issues and help identify solutions.
• Maintain product records and assist in organizing engineering databases.
• Learn to use electronic test equipment to perform product validation and diagnostics.
• Provide entry-level technical support for internal teams and customers as needed.
• Help prepare presentations, reports, and technical data summaries for review by senior staff.
• Stay current on basic industry trends and technologies in fiber optics and networking.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to cross-functional projects as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• Internship or project experience with electronics, fiber optics, or networking is a plus.
• Basic understanding of networking platforms and terminology.
• Familiarity with reading datasheets, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Interest in working with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative on assigned tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Exposure to fiber optic or telecommunications technologies through coursework or internships.
• Experience with tools such as oscilloscopes, network analyzers, or other lab equipment.
• Familiarity with transceiver coding or basic microcontroller programming.

Personal Traits and Characteristics

• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Effective communicator across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Results-driven with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative, innovative, and solution-focused.

Physical Job Requirements

• Frequently remains in a stationary position and occasionally moves about the office or worksite to access files, supplies, or attend meetings.
• Frequently uses hands and fingers to operate office equipment such as a keyboard, mouse, telephone, and other standard office tools.
• Must be able to visually assess information on screens, documents, and reports.
• Frequently reads, interprets, and analyzes written and visual information.
• Occasionally lifts or moves items up to [10–15] pounds (e.g., files, laptop, meeting materials).
• Must be able to effectively communicate information and ideas in person, via video conference, and through written communication.
• Works primarily in an office or remote office environment with standard business equipment.
• Reports To: Engineering Supervisor
• Work Environment: This role may be either remote or at an office location.
• Office-based work depends on an employee's proximity to an Infinite facility and may be determined by management.
• Travel is part of this role’s responsibilities, including customer visits, supplier meetings, industry conferences, and internal gatherings.