Mechanical Automation Engineer II

How Youll Help Us Connect the World

As a Mechanicial Automation Engineer II you will be part of our Automation Team responsible for designing and building custom automation equipment for manufacturing CommScopes fiber optic products. You will work closely with manufacturing sites to design custom manufacturing equipment to improve quality increase capacity and reduce manufacturing costs. This position is based in Shakopee Minnesota.Join a tight-knit automation team that values curiosity collaboration and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Development

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

Demonstrate innovation through unique ideas and propose them to the team.

Deliver 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 technology 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 of 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 processes performance during equipment development/qualification

Required Qualifications for Consideration

BS degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Ability to travel to global production locations to support project intake development and deployment up to 15%

Have experience with SolidWorks 3D CAD

Possess 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

Possess unrestricted work authorization and does not require future sponsorship

You Will Excite Us If You

Have experience with PTC Creo

Have experience with SolidWorks PDM for CAD data management

Have experience in process development and manufacturing qualifications

Have strong Computer Skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changes with AI

Have prior new process development experience

Able 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 $76000-$97000 annually based on hired level and experience. 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 employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G the Internet of Things and gigabit speeds for everyone 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 bright passionate and caring people who strive to create whats 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 You can also learn more about CommScopes accommodation process and EEO policy at Experience:

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