R&D Product Engineer

CommScope; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company seeks an R&D Product Engineer in Hickory, NC. You will design and implement innovative fiber optic cable products, manage projects, and provide technical support. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and at least five years in fiber optic cable manufacturing. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holiday

Paid vacation

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in the fiber optic cable manufacturing industry.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and balance day-to-day activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and implementation of new fiber optic cable products.
• Manage projects using CommScope's project management system.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for technical support of fiber optic cable products.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related technical engineering curriculum

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

How You'll Help Us Connect The World

Our Cable Connectivity Solutions Team provides innovative fiber optic and copper cable and connectivity solutions for use in data centers, business enterprises, telecommunications, cable television and residential broadband networks.

Our team is expanding and hiring a Product Engineer for the Research and Development Fiber Cable Engineering group in Claremont, NC. The Engineering team provides innovation and support for the various fiber cable families offered by CommScope, including Premises, Indoor/Outdoor, and Outdoor Fiber cables. This position will also provide the opportunity to work with many other functional groups within CommScope, including Product Management, Field Application Engineering, Operations, Purchasing, and Quality.

Responsibilities

• Design and implementation of new fiber optic cable products, including development of materials, physical construction, and process optimization in collaboration with other groups.
• Able to manage projects using CommScope's project management system.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for both internal and external technical support of fiber optic cable products, encompassing domestic and international business.
• Responsible for developing, scheduling, and implementing projects.
• Participation in industry standards development.
• Develop cable test plans, analyze the data, and create test reports.
• Routinely display initiative in achieving goals and objectives focused on cost reduction and innovation.
• Support our factories and able to work between our Claremont and Catawba N.C. facilities.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications For Consideration

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related technical engineering curriculum (mechanical, electrical, etc.)
• Five or more years of experience in the fiber optic cable manufacturing industry, focusing on the design and production of fiber optic cables.
• Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office products.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and balance day-to-day activities with project activities.
• 10% of travel within U.S.
  
  
  

You Will Excite Us If You Have

• Experience with fiber ribbons and ribbon fiber cable
• Creative, analytical, and technical problem solver.
• Ability to collaborate with manufacturing personnel and coordinate development efforts in a manufacturing environment.
• Capable of working in cross-functional teams.
• Professional and assertive communication skills.
  
  
  

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, paid vacation (prorated based on start date), and other leave options.

Direct applicants only. No solicitation by agencies, recruiters, or third-party representatives.

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 a global innovator in broadband technology. Our team collaborates with leading Service and Content Providers to build entertainment and communication solutions that are personalized and mobile. At CommScope, we are constantly redefining connectivity to power a smarter, simpler, more connected world. CommScope customers include service providers (cable, broadband, telco, satellite), commercial verticals, small enterprises, and the people they serve. We win when our customers win…and that drives everything we do.

If you want to grow your career alongside forward-thinking, hardworking, 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 [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Design

• Industries

  Telecommunications, Glass Product Manufacturing, and Manufacturing

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