Job Description

OFS has one of the longest and most respectable corporate lineages in American business, which goes back to Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of the telephone more than a century ago. We have a proven track record of being first in the industry with application specific fibers, optical connectors, ribbon cables, erbium doped fibers, Raman fiber lasers, fiber gratings and more. Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing, manufacturing and supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable and components and devices for our customers, with exceptional service that creates value for our shareholders, customers and employees. To do so, we must continue shaping the future of communications by applying the best minds to the challenges our customers will continually face.

We currently seek an intern working towards a bachelor’s degree in engineering to work in the Optical Fiber Research & Development organization in Norcross, GA.

The successful candidate will be working under the direction of Research & Development responsible for the planning and hands-on execution of new optical fiber development and process improvements. The assignment will involve development of automation solutions in a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience and improve his/her engineering skills and get exposure to a manufacturing environment. The position requires a student that is detail oriented and has a desire to work in a “hands-on” lab environment to develop solutions as well test the solutions in a manufacturing environment. This is a great opportunity for a focused, high achiever with excellent communication skills and demonstrated analytical and experimental skills. Applicants must be responsive, flexible, and able to succeed within a collaborative environment. A wide degree of creativity and autonomy is expected.
 

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
 

• Being paired with an engineer, manager and/or R&D resource to learn the process
• Work with engineers on hardware design
• Develop software to automate processes and test software in a lab environment
• Create documentation for software and hardware design.

Key qualifications include:
 

• Pursuing a BS in Engineering. Electrical/Computer Engineering preferred
• Programming experience in Python, C++ or C# are required
• Experience with machine vision and building graphical user interfaces is helpful
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication, organization, and soft skills
• Ability to work in a diverse team environment
• Must be a self-starter and willing to work without constant direct supervision

Working at OFS means having the opportunity to realize ideas, experience innovation and discover new solutions for the future. In addition to our dynamic work environment, we offer competitive salaries and generous benefits programs, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement and a matching 401(k) plan.

Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.

If you’d like to be part of an energetic, world leader in optic fiber solutions, please apply online at www.ofsoptics.com/careers . Submissions must include salary information.

Note: Only those candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.

OFS, a Georgia based global company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.