LIGHTERA

Apr 05, 2026
Full time
LIGHTERA Norcross, GA, USA
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 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. Our mission is simple and bold: to build brighter, more connected communities through cutting-edge optical technologies. Our...
Apr 05, 2026
Intern
LIGHTERA Avon, CT, USA
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 are currently seeking a college student enrolled in a technical engineering course of study who is interested in a summer internship opportunity. Our Cable Manufacturing...
Apr 05, 2026
Full time
LIGHTERA Carrollton, GA, USA
Job Summary Lightera, a global leader in fiber optic cable manufacturing, is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, develop, and optimize automation systems for precision fiber optic cable manufacturing. This role focuses on integrating cutting-edge technologies into existing equipment while exploring innovative control and automation solutions to enhance reliability, safety, and throughput. Key Responsibilities Design, program, and maintain PLC/HMI systems, with a strong focus on Siemens PLCs/Drives (TIA Portal, Step 7, SINAMICS, VFDs) Support and troubleshoot Rockwell Automation platforms (Logix 5000, SLC 500, PLC-5) where applicable Develop, test, and optimize automation solutions to improve manufacturing performance, repeatability, and safety Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects from concept through deployment, ensuring cost-effective, scalable, and maintainable controls integration Collaboration with Safety Engineering to develop machine guarding...