About Leviton At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world. About the role This position is responsible for deployment and maintenance of optical/copper testing equipment and software to ensure the quality and functionality of product by thoroughly evaluating its features against specified requirements, identifying defects, ultimately contributing to the delivery of a reliable and high-performing product; key responsibilities include detailed optical testing and characterization, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest quality and performance of optical/copper products. This role provides the opportunity to work within the Network Solutions Business Unit of Leviton Manufacturing Company Inc. Responsibilities Design, develop, and execute testing strategies to verify the performance, quality, and reliability of products, primarily fiber optic/copper cables assemblies, and connectors. Specify, deploy, utilize, and maintain test equipment such as power meters, optical sources, switches, interferometers, optical scopes, copper meters, and other optical/copper measurement tools. Define and coordinate implementation of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to monitor product test data and other manufacturing processes. Centralize and control test data to allow for analysis to assess product performance, identify issues, and verify compliance with product specifications and applicable standards. Responsible for assuring optimized testing process testing cycle times. Work cross-functionally to address complex optical/copper testing problems and contribute to root cause analysis. Prepare comprehensive test reports, including detailed data analysis, test methodologies, and performance validation results. Present findings to engineering teams and stakeholders. Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes and procedures to ensure that optical systems meet high-quality standards and performance criteria. Develop and implement calibration procedures for optical/copper test equipment. Ensure that all tests and procedures comply with applicable standards. Perform regular maintenance and upgrades on optical test equipment. Work with suppliers to source the best equipment and parts for testing needs. Stay up-to-date with the latest optical testing technologies and methodologies. Qualifications Technical Skills Proficient in using fiber optic/copper test equipment and software Working knowledge of industry standards related to fiber optic testing including EIA/TIA and IEC standards Experience with precision measurement techniques and performance verification of fiber optic/copper systems Experience in data analysis and test automation software Ability to use Excel to conduct cost analysis Ability to perform time-studies or workflow analysis Software knowledge preferred; MS Team Foundation Server, MS .NET Framework, ASP.NET, C# programming, IIS (Internet Information Services), MS SQL Server, Windows Server, Windows 11 Behavioral Skills Communication - Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with coworkers, along with internal and external customers Customer Service - Provide excellent service to internal and external customers Organizational Skills - Keep the work area clean and organized to handle multiple tasks and deadlines Strategic Thinking - Ability to think strategically and make informed decisions to support the organization’s goals Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Optics, Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Industrial Engineering Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in optical testing, optical engineering, or a similar role What We Offer Comprehensive benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs 401K plans with employer-matching contributions Tuition reimbursement PTO Paid holidays Volunteer time off For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544. The future looks brighter than ever. Join our team now! #LI-Onsite, #MON Technical Skills Proficient in using fiber optic/copper test equipment and software Working knowledge of industry standards related to fiber optic testing including EIA/TIA and IEC standards Experience with precision measurement techniques and performance verification of fiber optic/copper systems Experience in data analysis and test automation software Ability to use Excel to conduct cost analysis Ability to perform time-studies or workflow analysis Software knowledge preferred; MS Team Foundation Server, MS .NET Framework, ASP.NET, C# programming, IIS (Internet Information Services), MS SQL Server, Windows Server, Windows 11 Behavioral Skills Communication - Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with coworkers, along with internal and external customers Customer Service - Provide excellent service to internal and external customers Organizational Skills - Keep the work area clean and organized to handle multiple tasks and deadlines Strategic Thinking - Ability to think strategically and make informed decisions to support the organization’s goals Design, develop, and execute testing strategies to verify the performance, quality, and reliability of products, primarily fiber optic/copper cables assemblies, and connectors. Specify, deploy, utilize, and maintain test equipment such as power meters, optical sources, switches, interferometers, optical scopes, copper meters, and other optical/copper measurement tools. Define and coordinate implementation of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to monitor product test data and other manufacturing processes. Centralize and control test data to allow for analysis to assess product performance, identify issues, and verify compliance with product specifications and applicable standards. Responsible for assuring optimized testing process testing cycle times. Work cross-functionally to address complex optical/copper testing problems and contribute to root cause analysis. Prepare comprehensive test reports, including detailed data analysis, test methodologies, and performance validation results. Present findings to engineering teams and stakeholders. Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes and procedures to ensure that optical systems meet high-quality standards and performance criteria. Develop and implement calibration procedures for optical/copper test equipment. Ensure that all tests and procedures comply with applicable standards. Perform regular maintenance and upgrades on optical test equipment. Work with suppliers to source the best equipment and parts for testing needs. Stay up-to-date with the latest optical testing technologies and methodologies.