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Composing the core of a brighter world

LIGHTERA 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 proventrack recordof 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,manufacturingand supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable and components and devices for our customers, with exceptional service that creates value for our shareholders,customersand 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.

Our mission is simple and bold:to build brighter, more connected communities through cuttingedge optical technologies.

Job Title: HVAC Engineer

Location: Norcross, GA

JOB PURPOSE:

Under general supervision, oversee the operation and maintenance of facility heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment throughout the facility. Through supervision of Hvac Technicians and coordination with in-plant Trades and/or contractors perform maintenance, modifications, optimization, and configuration to ensure reliability and performance of these systems in support of production and general plant operations. From time-to-time design and manage construction of system improvements and assist with expansion projects as needed.

Provide backup support to Central Utility Plant Engineer on the maintenance of the Central Utility Plant and support systems to continuously supply chilled water, low/medium/high pressure compressed air, hot water, county water, tower water, domestic water, process cooling water, and other important services to the entire manufacturing campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a safe work environment through identification and correction of unsafe conditions and be a role model in the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Work with HVAC Technicians, Trades and Contractors to operate, monitor and maintain the following systems:

• More than 200 air handling units (AHUs) that utilize chilled water and hot water to control temperature and have prefilter and High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter to maintain cleanroom environments.
• Less than 20 Direct Expansion (DX) units and their associated equipment that serve office areas.
• More than 100 exhaust fans and scrubber fans that are belt or direct drive configurations that serve laboratories, production equipment, bathroom and/or general building exhaust.
• Work with the Central Plant Engineer to service and maintain utility piping throughout the facility including but not limited to hot/chilled/tempered water supply and returns, county water supply, condensate drains, and compressed air.

• Schedule and manage the time of the HVAC Technicians for the performing maintenance on HVAC Equipment.

• Write and/or maintain procedural instructions needed to operate and perform maintenance on HVAC equipment and other systems that fall under the responsibility of the Mechanical Engineer - HVAC.
• Work with contractors to perform repairs and/or maintenance that cannot be performed by in-house Trade resources

• Inspect and maintain documentation regarding the condition and status of all HVAC equipment and immediately address safety risks such as conditions that could allow the presence of legionella that are found during these inspections.

• Complete other projects, as assigned, in support of the production and facility operations.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering
• Preferred areas of study include Mechanical Engineering

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience working with and maintaining HVAC equipment at large facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with HVAC equipment that is used to maintain cleanroom environments at large scale manufacturing facilities.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Georgia a plus but not required.

General Expectations

• Demonstrate effective communication (verbal, written) skills.

• Proficient with MS Office applications.

• Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary information.

• Strict adherence to company safety policies and procedures.

• Conform to all aspects ofLightera's"Standards of Conduct".

• Serve as a role model for safe work practices and behaviors.

• Additionalduties as assigned.

Working at LIGHTERA means having the opportunity to realize ideas, experience innovation, and discovernew solutionsfor 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,maintaininga clean, organized work area, wearing, andproperly storingall personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.

Ifyou'dlike to be part of an energetic, world leader in optic fiber solutions, please apply through our Career portal athttps://lightera.com/about-us/.

Visa sponsorshipnotavailable. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan) for this position

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

About Lightera

Lightera is a global leader in optical fiber and connectivity solutions, delivering innovative technologies that drive communication networks, data centers, and specialty photonics applications. With a deep legacy ofexpertisein optical science, we provide high-performance solutions that enable faster, more reliable, and more sustainable connections for businesses, communities, and industries worldwide.

Headquartered in Norcross, Georgia, U.S.A., Lightera operates with a global footprint, serving customers across telecommunications, enterprise, industrial, generative AI, data centers, 5G/6G, utilities, medical, aerospace, defense, and sensing markets. Lightera is part of Furukawa Electric Group, a multi-billion-dollar leader in optical communications.

Lightera 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.