Mechanical Engineer

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

Join a team of outstanding engineers at our Shakopee, MN facility, where we work on new product development for fiber optic assemblies used in data centers worldwide. This role requires on-site work five days a week. Local candidates will be given preference; relocation assistance is not available.

How You'll Help Us Connect The World

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 the enterprise, data centers, AI, and carrier telecommunication markets. The primary focus will be to support the development of new products, optical fiber cable assemblies, fiber optic connectors and components, and fiber optic apparatus. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Participate in new product development activities and support the release of new and modified products.
• Document product requirements based on industry standards and applications.
• Design new components and assemblies and 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.
• 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.
• Develop awareness of corporate, business unit and quality management system documentation.
• Develop knowledge of fiber optic products, relevant industry standards for these products and technical principles.
• Gather knowledge of the range of lab test equipment and engineering tools, including LEAN or 6-Sigma, DMAIC, other improvement processes, Design of Experiments (DoE), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Material Specifications Analysis (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

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, physics, or a similar field by June 30, 2025.
• Experience with 3D modeling tools like CREO or SolidWorks
• Experience designing injection-molded parts
• Live within commuting distance of our Shakopee, MN facility
  
  
  

You Will Excite Us If You Have

• Previous internship experience
• Have experience designing screw-machined parts
• Experience with Minitab, Ansys, Power BI, and/or geometric tolerancing
• Solid interpersonal abilities, including excellent writing skills.
• Skilled at planning and paying attention to details.
• Ability to optimally work within a team-based environment.
  
  
  

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 proven track record of successful performance. The expected salary range for this position is $70,000- $80,000.

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 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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