Senior Materials Engineer

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

Our fast-growing Network Cable and Connectivity business unit is seeking a talented Materials Engineer specializing in resin selection for injection-molded components to join our team. In this exciting role, you will participate in a broad range of materials-focused activities, including resin specification, selection, and validation, as well as new product development projects. This position requires you to work in our Shakopee, MN, facility, Monday through Friday, no relocation assistance available.

How You'll Help Us Connect The World

• Collaborate with product design engineers and product managers to develop material specifications tailored to product requirements.
• Work closely with the manufacturing and purchasing organizations to execute material substitution, replacement and cost reduction projects.
• Coordinate and supervise validation testing of materials for a variety of broadband network applications and operating environments.
• Provide expert advice and consultation on material selection to product design engineers and sophisticated development teams.
• Develop sophisticated materials solutions for broadband interconnect product designs.
• Read, interpret and apply relevant industry standards and test methodologies.
  
  
  

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 Polymer Engineering or Materials Science
• Three or more years of experience with selecting and qualifying resins for injected molded components.
• Experience with polymer additive technology (antioxidants, stabilizers, pigments, dyes, etc.) for polyolefins, engineering polymers and other resin systems
• Polymer melt processing experiences such as extrusion, injection molding or other molding processes
  
  
  

You Will Excite Us If You Have

• Master's or PhD degree
• Independent, motivated, organized and resourceful with excellent communication and skills to work with maximum effectiveness within a team
• Experience leading all aspects of physical, mechanical, environmental, and chemical testing of polymers to meet industry and product requirements.
• Experience with elastomers
• Industry contacts and knowledge of polymer resin manufacturing
  
  
  

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 $102,800 - $133,600.

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, two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date), as well as other leave options.

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 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 tomorrow's needs.

If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, 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 talentacquisition@commscope.com.