CommScope

In our 'always on' world, we believe it's essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.

How You'll Help Us Connect the World:

As an R&D Engineer onsite at our Shakopee, MN facility, you will be responsible for collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and release new outside plant fiber optical cable assemblies and connectivity products, as well as enhancing existing products. Responsibilities include:

• Participate in multiple product development and cost reduction team efforts. Meets project targets and deadlines.
• Create innovative designs of new components and assemblies through knowledge & experience in fiber optic products and technical principles.
• Create 3D model and 2D drawing on the designs and release them through the CMO process in the SAP system.
• Create product performance and testing requirements through knowledge & experience with relevant industry standards for fiber optic products.
• Work with Manufacturing on process development and introductions of new products into Manufacturing through knowledge & experience in fiber optic manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Support the optical and mechanical testing of fiber optic products, with knowledge & experience in lab testing equipment and procedures, and perform failure analysis in case of nonconformance.
• Perform data analysis and evaluation. Independently analyzes and solves well-defined problems with little direction/supervision.
• Project Management of specific elements of small-sized projects.
• Generate a Record of Inventions for innovations and pursue intellectual property protection.
• Collaboration with current staff, which includes other engineers and technicians, in a team-oriented environment.

Required Qualifications for Consideration:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or other STEM focus
• CREO 3D modeling and 2D drawing experience.
• Able to be on-site in our Shakopee, MN office five days a week

You will excite us if you have

• Skill in statistical analysis, especially experience with Minitab software
• Knowledge of fiber optic technology
• Previous intern experince
• Strong engineering skills. Mechanical aptitude and hands-on skills.
• Eager to enhance the competencies and open to guidance and training, quick to learn new skills.
• Ability to effectively work within a team environment.
• Solid communication skills, including excellent writing skills.
• Ability to innovate and be creative.
• Ability to deliver technical improvements to existing products/processes/services where feasible, resulting in cost reductions or quality improvement.

Our salary ranges consider a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skill sets, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience, the range can be higher for candidates with exceptional experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. The expected salary range for this position is $69,700- $87,100.

The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including, medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company’s Incentive Plan. Candidates starting with the Company will be eligible for eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year, two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date), as well as other leave options.

What Happens After You Apply:

Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visiting https://jobs.commscope.com/content/How-We-Hire/?locale=en_US

Why CommScope?

CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables groundbreaking discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.

If you want to grow your career alongside forward-thinking, hardworking, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at CommScope.

CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at talentacquisition@commscope.com.

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