Principal Design Engineer

In our always on world we believe its essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.

Our fast-growing Data Center business unit is seeking a Principal Engineer specializing in mechanical product design and this exciting role you will focus on the design of fiber optic connectors and components. You will participate in a broad range of new product development activities including product design prototyping and validation testing.
This position requires you to work in our Shakopee MN facility Monday through Friday

How Youll Help Us Connect the World

• Collaborate with product managers to develop specifications tailored to product requirements
• Develop sophisticated solutions for data center interconnect products
• Read interpret and apply relevant industry standards and test methodologies
• Coordinate validation testing of fiber optic connector components to assure performance in challenging environments
• Provide expert advice and consultation to other product design engineers process engineers and application engineers
• Work closely with the manufacturing and procurement organizations to ensure robust supply chains

This position is not eligible for employment-based immigration sponsorship and applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Required Qualifications for Consideration:

• B.S. in Engineering Optics Physics or related discipline
• Ten or more years of experience designing high precision components
• Experience with scale-up in high volume manufacturing facilities
• Ability to translate customer requirements into product specifications

You Will Excite Us If You Have:

• Masters or PhD degree
• Experience in fiber optic connector design or termination
• Strong communication organizational and teamwork skills
• Experience leading all aspects of optical mechanical and environmental testing of connectors to meet industry and product requirements.
• Industry contacts and knowledge of data center technology

Our salary ranges take into account 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 requirements. 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 $118000 - $153000.

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 Companys 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:

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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 tomorrows needs.

If you want to grow your career alongside bright passionate and caring people who strive to create whats connect to your future at CommScope.

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