Mechanical Design Engineer - New Grad

Ottawa, ON
$58,700-93,700 per year
Permanent
Full-time

26 days ago

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.At Ciena, people are at the heart of everything we do. This opportunity offers hands-on exposure to advanced optical and networking technologies, enabling emerging mechanical engineers to contribute directly to real-world products while learning alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative, inclusive environment.How you will make an impact:

Contribute to the mechanical design, implementation, and validation of complex circuit packs and optical plug assemblies for next-generation networking platforms
Develop detailed mechanical part and assembly designs, including associated documentation, under the mentorship of senior engineers
Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, optical, operations, and manufacturing teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions
Apply Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles in partnership with manufacturing teams
Build prototype assemblies and author First Piece Evaluation (FPE) reports
Participate in technical design reviews, clearly communicating risks, trade-offs, and alignment with project requirements
Support root cause analysis and sustaining engineering activities for released products

The must haves:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Proficiency with computer-aided design (CAD) tools, preferably PTC Creo or SolidWorks
Hands-on experience with laboratory measurement techniques and test equipment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to complex technical challenges
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently while contributing within a collaborative team environment
Availability to work in person

Nice to haves:

Exposure to telecommunications or networking technologies
Experience maintaining or operating three-dimensional (3D) printers
Experience designing plastic components using injection molding processes
Experience designing metal components, including sheet metal, machined, or die-cast parts
Familiarity with thermally constrained or high-density mechanical designs

Pay Range:The annual pay range for this position is $58,700 – $93,700.Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.Not ready to apply? Join our to get relevant job alerts straight to your inbox.At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard. Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.

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