Confidential Client Optical Rotational Program (CORE)
The Confidential Client Optical Rotational Engineering (CORE) Program is an entry-level, full-time rotational program designed for recent engineering graduates to gain broad hands-on experience across manufacturing, operations, and innovation functions within Confidential Client's Optical Communications segment. Participants complete four rotations in areas such as production leadership, process engineering, and development, while engaging in project work, mentorship, and leadership development to accelerate their career growth. Upon program completion, graduates are placed in full-time roles at Confidential Client Optical locations, contributing to cutting-edge optical solutions in a collaborative environment.
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Program Overview
Confidential Client is hiring for an entry-level Optical Rotational Program (CORE) designed for recent college graduates. This one-year rotational program includes four, hands-on rotations across operations and engineering functions to develop technical skills, leadership potential, and cross-functional experience. Start dates are offered in January, April, June, and September.
- Rotation tracks: 1) Manufacturing & Operations (“Make”) or 2) Innovation & Design (“Invent”)
- Example rotations: Production Team Leadership, Process Engineering, Division Engineering, Planning & Scheduling, Development, Engineering Services
- Core elements: project work, experiential learning, mentorship, and leadership development
- Upon successful completion, participants will be placed into a full-time engineering role at a Confidential Client Optical location
What You’ll Do
- Complete four, structured rotations (approximately one year total) to gain practical experience across manufacturing, process, and engineering teams
- Lead or support small projects to improve processes, quality, or throughput
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering services, planning, and development
- Participate in training, mentorship, and leadership development activities
- Communicate findings, project updates, and recommendations to engineering and operations leadership
Qualifications & Requirements
- Required: 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
- Strong academic record and/or demonstrated professional performance
- Desired: prior engineering internship or relevant work experience
- Desired: interest in innovation & design or manufacturing & operations leadership
- Demonstrated skills: problem solving, adaptability, time management, analytical thinking, and effective communication at varied levels
- Ability to demonstrate continuous improvement in academic or professional settings
- This position does not support immigration sponsorship
Work Location & Travel
- Primary hiring location: Charlotte, NC
- Training and rotations may include sites in Charlotte, Hickory, Wilmington, Winston‑Salem, and Concord (travel as required by rotation)
- Work hours will vary by rotation and discipline
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range (full-time equivalent): $69,146 — $95,076 per year (range provided by Confidential Client)
- Estimated midpoint / typical: approximately $80,925 per year (estimated)
- Benefits highlights include company-paid pension, 401(k) match, medical/dental/vision, paid parental leave, family-building support, company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance programs, and company-wide bonus/long-term incentive plans
- Starting pay is determined by job-related factors such as geographic location, experience, training, and education
Equal Employment & Accommodations
Confidential Client and Careertakes prohibit discrimination based on any protected characteristic and are committed to equal employment opportunity. Applicants with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations for the application, interview process, or to perform essential job functions. Note: requests for accommodation should follow the client’s published procedure when contacted.
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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