In our 'always on' world, we believe it's essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do. CommScope is hiring a designer for the Data Center R&D Engineering team. This is onsite at our Shakopee, MN facility.

If you are enthusiastic about creating innovative designs from concept through completion, then this may be an opportunity you are looking for!

How You'll Help Us Connect the World

As a designer on the Data Center R&D Engineering team, you will be instrumental in developing mechanical apparatus to support fiber optic products for both advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and high-speed networks of the future. The role involves utilizing design skills to create solutions that solve customer problems, minimize costs, are reliable, and easy to manufacture.

More specifically, daily activities may include the following:

• Modeling product components and assemblies in CREO software, following company practices, and managing CAD file versions in the SAP database.
• Coordinating requests for prototypes of new designs using relevant methods & suppliers.
• Submit invention requests and work with legal counsel to pursue filing new patents.
• Collaborating with the lead engineer to evaluate form, fit and function of prototypes, and to assure materials and designs are meeting relevant specifications.
• Document designs in drawings and bills of materials, per standards and specifications, and initiate release of these into our change management system.
• Collaborating with Manufacturing Process Development to assure components and assemblies are manufacturable.
• Collaborating with Field Application Engineering to assure that products are usable by the customer in an application setting.
• Participation in process improvement efforts and group training.

Required Qualifications for Consideration:

• Associate’s degree in related curriculum such as CAD.
• Knowledge of CAD software (Creo preferred) and database management
• Understanding principles of design for manufacturing

You Will Excite Us If You Have:

• Knowledge of materials, injection molding, stamping dies, and sheet metal fabrication process.
• Experience with FEA (ANSYS, Pro/Mechanical) and related analytical tools.
• Previous design internship or work experience

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 $52,600 -  $64,400.

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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