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

As a Mechanical Automation Engineer II, you will be part of our Automation Team responsible for designing and building custom automation equipment for manufacturing CommScope’s fiber optic products. You will work closely with manufacturing sites to design custom manufacturing equipment that improves quality, increases capacity, and reduces manufacturing costs.

This is an on-site (five days a week) position at our Shakopee, MN facility and local candidates are preferred.

How You'll Help Us Connect the World

Development

Produce creative concepts for machines and tooling designs to improve quality, cycle time, and reduce manufacturing costs

Demonstrate innovation by proposing unique ideas to the team.

Delivering new concepts through brainstorming machine designs, component research, hands-on bench testing, and feasibility testing

Develop, build, and test semi-automated equipment for fiber optics manufacturing

Hands-on bench testing and iterative prototyping are core to this role

Maintain an appetite for learning and stay up to date on the latest technological trends and industry standards

Work with other mechanical engineers in the team to develop and implement work instructions for the standardization of mechanical design processes

Mechanical Design

Lead direct engagement with manufacturing sites to understand real-world constraints and opportunities for scoping new designs

Design equipment that enables ease of manufacturability, assembly, and end use

Work cross-functionally with electrical, process, and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless integration of automation systems

Create complete design documentation packages, including drawings, BOMs, assembly instructions, and maintenance instructions

Conduct commercial component selection, such as pneumatics, electric actuators, sensors, and other automation components based on engineering principles

Perform hands-on work, including assembly, setup, calibration, process development, testing, and qualifications of equipment

Both lead and participate in design reviews and feedback loops with global teams

Take ownership of projects from ideation through build and qualification

Analyze data using Excel or Minitab to assess process performance during equipment development/qualification

Required Qualifications for Consideration:

Two or more years of engineering automation experience

Bachelor's degree in engineering or other STEM major

Have experience with SolidWorks 3D CAD

Possesses great mechanical aptitude with the ability to read and understand 2D prints

Demonstrate proficiency with current MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project

Be self-driven and highly motivated with a strong sense of ownership and urgency

Candidates should enjoy working directly with hardware and be comfortable in a lab or shop environment

Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate in a global organization

You Will Excite Us If You Have:

Experience with PTC Creo

Experience with SolidWorks PDM for CAD data management

Have prior new process development experience

Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and codes

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 $76,000 - $95,000.

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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