Chemical Engineer – Plant & Factory

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 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 a Chemical Engineer – Plant & Factory to help support our Norcross, GA location.

This position, under general supervision, oversees the operation and maintenance of the chemical delivery systems, industrial wastewater systems, and air pollution abatement systems. You will provide technical guidance to Trades and/or contractors for modifications, optimization, and configuration to ensure reliability and performance of these systems in support of production operations.

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

• 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).
• Write and/or maintain procedural instructions needed to operate and perform maintenance on chemical delivery, wastewater treatment, and air pollution abatement equipment. This includes standard operating procedures, lock out/tag out procedures, maintenance procedures, etc.
• Maintain records of chemical usage and work with the Accounting Department to report monthly inventories.
• Utilize database systems to monitor, track, and issue reports of equipment performance and early detection of potential problems.
• Be knowledgeable about the chemicals used in the facility and work with Trades to maintain the integrity of, both ultra-high purity systems, and the industrial, chemical delivery systems.
• Trouble shoot problems related to chemical delivery, wastewater treatment, and air pollution abatement systems and equipment as they arise.
• Organize semi-annual shut down work needed to clean primary scrubber systems and performance of non-routine maintenance.
• Support production on projects that affect or are associated with chemical delivery, wastewater treatment, and air pollution abatement systems.
• Design and implement modifications to chemical delivery, wastewater treatment, and air pollution abatement systems for improved operation and/or reduced cost of operation.
• Complete other projects, as assigned, in support of production.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering
• Preferred areas of study include Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or Environmental Engineering
• Prior experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities desired:

• Safety-minded
• Team-oriented
• Strong in-organic chemistry knowledge base
• Problem solving
• Communication
• Project management
• Comfortable working around hazardous chemicals
• Enthusiasm for learning

Working at LIGHTERA 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 through our Career portal at https://lightera.com/about-us/.

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 of expertise in 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.