VAD/OVD R&D Engineer
Core
Develop, optimize, and industrialize Vapor Axial Deposition (VAD) and associated processes for manufacturing optical fibers at the Douvrin plant, focusing on product performance, process robustness, and manufacturing efficiency.
Role type
Senior IC manufacturing process engineer (optical fiber)
Builds
Next-generation optical fiber manufacturing processes and equipment upgrades
Domain
Optical fiber manufacturing / Materials Science / Process Engineering
Required skills
VAD process development, industrial R&D, experimental design, statistical analysis, root-cause analysis, process qualification, yield improvement, equipment/tooling development
Preferred skills
OVD/sintering knowledge, Python/SQL/data analytics, patent/publication experience
Technologies
VAD, OVD, sintering, Python, SQL, statistical software
Responsibilities
Develop and optimize VAD manufacturing processes; Execute experimental programs to improve process capability and quality; Establish process specifications and qualification criteria; Lead continuous improvement initiatives for yield and cost; Investigate process deviations and implement corrective actions; Support technology transfer to manufacturing; Contribute to equipment upgrades and metrology improvements.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC