Engineer I

CommScope, an Amphenol company, is hiring for a Mechanical Engineer I position in Shakopee MN 

Join a team of outstanding engineers in our Shakopee, MN facility working on new product development of fiber optic connectors and apparatus used in data centers around the world! This role requires on-site work five days a week.  Relocation assistance is not available.

This Mechanical Engineer I position resides within CommScope’s Data Center R&D engineering team. As a member of our engineering team, you will work with multi-functional teams across the globe to design and release new products and improve existing products used in enterprise, data center, AI, and carrier telecommunication markets. The primary focus is supporting the development of new optical fiber connectors and cable assemblies. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Develop expertise in fiber optic products, relevant industry standards, and technical principles.
• Participate in new product development activities and support the release of new and modified products.
• Design new components and assemblies
• Document product requirements based on industry standards and applications.
• Support optical and mechanical testing of our fiber optic products.
• Perform component and assembly evaluation, data analysis and failure analysis. Write test reports detailing the results of testing.
• Review and approve product design and engineering change documentation for conformance to company, customer, agency and industry specifications and standards.
• Support the launch of new products into CommScope’s global manufacturing facilities.
• Coordinate with manufacturing teams on new process development during the introduction of new products into manufacturing.

• Generate a Record of Inventions for innovations and pursue intellectual property protection.
• Gather knowledge of the range of lab test equipment and engineering tools such as LEAN or 6-sigma, DMAIC or other improvement processes, DoE, FMEA and MSA.
• This position may travel to international locations and has growth potential per engineering technical ladder with six additional engineering titles each with increasing responsibilities.
• Collaboration with current staff, which includes other engineers, technicians, and product managers in a team-oriented environment.

Required Qualifications for Consideration:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, physics, or a similar field
• 0-3 years of experience in a similar position
• Experience with 3D modeling tools like CREO or SolidWorks
• Live within commuting distance of our Shakopee, MN facility

You Will Excite Us If You Have:

• Previous internship experience if you are a new graduate
• Experience with Minitab, Ansys, Power BI, and/or geometric tolerancing
• Solid interpersonal abilities, including excellent writing skills.
• Skilled at planning and the ability to pay attention to details.
• Ability to optimally work within a team-based environment

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, 10 days paid vacation (prorated based on start date), and other leave options. Salary Range: $70,000-$85,000.

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 enabling game-changing 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 tomorrow's needs.

If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, 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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