Rachel Harrison

Engineering Manager - Draw And MCVD at Lightera

Rachel Harrison is an experienced engineering professional currently serving as Engineering Manager for Draw and MCVD at Lightera since April 2025. Prior to this role, Rachel held the same position at OFS from November 2023 to March 2025 and was a Project Manager at Repligen Corporation from August 2022 to November 2023, focusing on R&D project management for new product introductions. Rachel's earlier career includes roles as Optical Systems Engineering Manager and Optical Manufacturing Engineer at VulcanForms Inc., Draw Engineering Group Leader and Process Engineer at OFS, and Manufacturing Engineer at IPG Photonics. Rachel’s foundational experience includes internships at NextEra Energy, Inc. and Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies. Rachel holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, earned in 2016, and graduated from Shenendehowa High School in 2012.

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Lightera

For decades, we have carried the beacon of innovation, leading industries, communities, and individuals into a brighter era. Now, we have brought together all this knowledge and expertise to provide complete solutions for communication networks, connecting businesses and people. Today, we are one: Lightera. The creation of Lightera reflects our commitment to meeting the rapidly evolving demands of industries such as generative AI, data centers, 5G/6G, utilities, medical, aerospace, defense, and sensing. Through advanced optical technologies, we build brighter, more connected communities with innovative solutions. Step into the future of smart connectivity. Visit us at lightera.com.


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