About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Program Overview

Confidential Client's CORE (Optical Rotational Engineering) Program is a one-year, entry-level rotational program designed for recent engineering graduates. Participants complete four rotations across manufacturing, operations, and engineering functions to build technical skills, leadership experience, and cross-functional business knowledge. Start dates are offered in January, April, June, and September.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client's CORE participants will:

• Complete four 3-month rotations across Manufacturing & Operations ("Make" track) and Innovation & Design ("Invent" track)
• Work on production team leadership, process engineering, division engineering, planning & scheduling, development, and engineering services projects
• Lead or contribute to project work that delivers measurable process, quality, or product improvements
• Participate in mentorship, leadership development, and experiential learning activities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and company leaders to solve technical and operational challenges

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Program Requirements & Travel

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field completed by the date of hire
• Willingness to travel within the U.S. for rotational assignments (training may include Charlotte, Hickory, Wilmington, Winston-Salem, Concord)
• Hours and schedule will vary by rotation and discipline

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Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field (must be completed by hire date)
• Demonstrated academic achievement or strong professional performance
• Willingness to relocate or travel between U.S. sites during the program
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Preferred

• Previous engineering internship or relevant hands-on experience
• Interest in manufacturing & operations leadership or innovation & design
• Evidence of leadership (academic, professional, or community)
• Strong problem-solving, time management, adaptability, and analytical skills
• Experience or interest in continuous improvement methodologies

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range (full-time equivalent): $69,146 - $95,076 per year (starting pay depends on location, experience, and education)
• Competitive total rewards package including company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives
• 100% company-paid pension contributions plus 401(k) matching (total contributions can reach 7%–12% depending on age and tenure)
• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, life insurance, disability programs
• Paid time off, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), recognition programs, and professional development resources

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Additional Notes

• This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
• Upon successful completion of the program, participants are placed into a full-time role at a Confidential Client optical location.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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