Designer I

Designer I

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. A 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, 10 days paid vacation (prorated based on start date), and other leave options. Salary Range: $53,000-$63,000.