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Designer I

CommScope, Shakopee, MN, United States


Location: Shakopee, Minnesota, United States

CommScope, an Amphenol company, is hiring for a Designer I position in Shakopee MN.

Join a team in our Shakopee, MN facility working on new product development for fiber optic assemblies used in data centers around the world. The Designer I develops and releases designs and detailed drawings of components and assemblies leveraging CAD software. This position focuses on fiber optic connector, cable assembly, and apparatus product development. This role requires on-site work five days a week.

Duties & Responsibilities

Contribute to project assignments

Creates design concepts and solutions that solve customer problems

Models product components and assemblies in CAD software following company practice

Manages CAD file versions in the CAD database

Initiates engineering change orders that release drawings and bills of materials into the MRP system

Request prototypes of new designs using relevant methods and suppliers

Collaborates with the lead Design Engineer to evaluate form, fit, and function of prototypes.

Documents designs in drawings and bills of materials per standards and specifications. Also adds detailed dimensions to drawings

Collaborate with a Design Engineer to assure materials and designs are meeting relevant specifications

Collaborate with Manufacturing Process Development to assure components and assemblies are manufacturable

Collaborate with Field Application Engineering to assure that products are usable by the customer in an application setting

Participate in process improvement efforts and group training

Contribute to department needs and assignments as applicable

Develop awareness of corporate, business unit, and department quality management system documentation

Develop awareness of relevant industry standards for fiber optic products

Develop awareness of CAD software capabilities

Develop awareness of fiber optic products and applications

Develop awareness of design practices for the range of parts and assemblies

Develop awareness of manufacturing practices for the range of parts and assemblies

Required Skills & Qualifications

Experience with MCAD software and database management

Experience with prototyping and manufacturing methods

Familiarity with ERP systems and Bill of Material structure

Familiarity with drawing and tolerance standards

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Strongly Desired Skills & Qualifications

Associates degree in Applied Science in Engineering Drafting and Design desired

Knowledge of CREO CAD software

Knowledge of SAP

Knowledge of sheet metal or plastics design and manufacturing techniques

Experience with the product development process in a manufacturing environment

Experience with fiber optic products

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, ten days paid vacation (prorated based on start date), and other leave options. Salary Range: $53,000-$63,000.

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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