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How does a Remote Optical Engineer Intern typically collaborate with more experienced engineers and project teams?

As a Remote Optical Engineer Intern, you will regularly collaborate with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams through virtual meetings, shared documentation, and version-controlled design platforms. You'll often participate in design reviews, troubleshooting sessions, and brainstorming discussions, receiving guidance and feedback from experienced professionals. Clear communication, proactive updates, and effective use of collaboration tools are essential for success in this remote environment. This structure not only supports your learning but also helps you build professional relationships and gain practical experience in real-world optical engineering projects.

What does a Remote Optical Engineer Intern do?

A Remote Optical Engineer Intern assists with the design, analysis, and testing of optical systems such as lenses, lasers, and fiber optics, all while working from a remote location. Their tasks often include using specialized software for simulations, analyzing data, and collaborating with experienced engineers through virtual meetings. This role provides hands-on experience in the field of optics and photonics, while also developing skills in problem-solving and technical communication. Interns typically contribute to ongoing projects and may help in preparing reports or presentations on their findings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Optical Engineer Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Optical Engineer Intern, you need a solid background in optics, physics, or electrical engineering, typically backed by progress toward a relevant degree. Familiarity with optical design software (such as Zemax or LightTools), simulation tools, and basic coding skills are commonly required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for collaborating with remote teams and interpreting technical data. These competencies enable interns to contribute meaningfully to projects, ensure accurate design work, and support seamless teamwork in a virtual environment.
What cities in Texas are hiring for Remote Optical Engineer Intern jobs? Cities in Texas with the most Remote Optical Engineer Intern job openings:
Optical Resident Engineer Metro DWDM - Virtual in US

Optical Resident Engineer Metro DWDM - Virtual in US

Glow Networks

Dallas, TX โ€ข On-site, Remote

$121K - $156K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION
Optical Resident Engineer Metro / DWDM - Virtual in US
Work Location: REMOTE within USA with Periodical Travel to DALLAS and CHARLOTTE, NC
No. of Positions: 1
Maximum Submissions per Supplier - 3
Skill Sets and Requirements:
Duration: 6 Months, Extendable based on Nokia Requirement
Description:
This will be virtual position from any location in the US with require periodic travel to Nokia Lab in Dallas and Customer lab in Charlotte, NC
All business travel requires prior written approval by Nokia Line Manager that must be included with receipts when submitted in Fieldglass.
Candidate MUST have the following experience, be able to speak to that experience in technical interview and visible in the work history of the resume.
* Nokia product knowledge preferred (1830PSS, 1350 OMS/NFM-P, EPT and CPB tools).
* 10+ years relevant work experience with a telecom communications equipment vendor or service provider in configuring, monitoring and troubleshooting LH/Metro Optical DWDM networks.
* 7+ years' experience in using optical design tools to generate design packages, managing optical power budgets and in-depth knowledge of different types of amplifiers.
* 7+ years' experience in using optical network management systems (NFM-T).
* IP experience
* Preference for candidates with practical implementation of GMPLS and CDC technologies in DWDM network.
Resident Engineer role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities from network strategy, design and engineering, implementation and migration planning, service design and proof of concept, implementation, testing, optimization services, customer training and advice and on-site support. The work is on-site with customers.
Resident Engineer will be required to work in a consultative manner with customers, solutions and marketing groups and systems engineering to scope and deliver professional service projects, which includes following responsibilities:
โ€ข Develop network architecture and services designs with the best architecture available to support our customer's services.
โ€ข Produce network implementation and migration plans.
โ€ข Configure equipment and services.
โ€ข Test and support networks in various stages of deployment.
โ€ข Audit and assess network against customer service requirements and best practices.
โ€ข Formulate network management strategies.
โ€ข Produce and review technical statement of work documentation.
โ€ข Provide appropriate training material and delivery of the training.
โ€ข Evaluate customer networks for performance, scalability, manageability and security.
โ€ข Provide recommendations to optimize the network operations and performance.
โ€ข Work with internal technical teams for product placement and feature improvements for reliability, availability, and serviceability.
โ€ข Work closely with customers to conduct network readiness and customer readiness tests.
โ€ข Develop and maintain strong relationships with customer's technical and management teams.
โ€ข Occasional maintenance hour work expected in the role to support critical network events.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION:
- Four year degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent experience.
EXPERIENCE:
- 10+ years relevant work experience with a telecom communications equipment vendor or service provider in configuring, monitoring and troubleshooting LH/Metro Optical DWDM networks.
- 7+ years' experience in using optical design tools to generate design packages, managing optical power budgets and in-depth knowledge of different types of amplifiers.
- 7+ years' experience in using optical network management systems.
- Preference for candidates with practical implementation of GMPLS and CDC technologies in DWDM network.
- Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills to end-clients.
- Nokia product knowledge preferred (1830PSS, 1350 OMS, EPT and CPB tools).