Job Description

CommScope is pushing the boundaries of communications technology. For more than 40 years, we’ve been leaders in innovating 5G, private networks and Gigabit speeds everywhere – we're always anticipating what’s next. Developments such as the Internet of Things, detailed connectivity, Cloud, and 5G introduce new requirements and demand creative thinking. With 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.

Everyone communicates. It’s the essence of the human experience. How we communicate is evolving. Technology is reshaping the way we live, learn and thrive. The epicenter of this transformation is the network—our passion.

Our guides are rethinking the purpose, role and usage of networks to help our customers increase bandwidth, expand capacity, enhance efficiency, speed deployment and simplify migration. From remote cell sites to massive sports arenas, from busy airports to brand new data centers—we provide the crucial expertise and vital infrastructure a business needs to succeed. The world’s most sophisticated networks rely on CommScope connectivity.

We are looking for Staff Engineer, Research & Develop Product Development to join our Bermudez Team.

How You'll Help Us Connect the World

This position is responsible for providing senior technical leadership in the design, development, validation, and release of new products as well as the improvement of existing products. Staff Engineer operates with a high degree of autonomy, contributes to technical strategy, and influences product, technology, and process decisions across multiple development programs while working closely with cross-functional teams.

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Optical, Physics, or related discipline).
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong technical competence in fiber optic products and testing.
• Strong communication skills in English, written and spoken.
• Proficiency with CREO or equivalent CAD tools preferred.
• Experience with LEAN, Six Sigma, DOE, FMEA, and MSA methodologies preferred
• Perform advanced data analysis, evaluation, and interpretation to solve complex technical problems.
• Availability to national and international travels

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across multiple product development and cost-reduction initiatives, ensuring project goals, quality, and schedules are met.
• Lead the creation and review of product requirements and engineering specifications based on company, customer, and industry standards.
• Develop innovative designs for new components and assemblies.
• Create, review, and approve engineering documentation to support the release of new and modified products.
• Support and/or lead optical, mechanical, and environmental testing of fiber optic products.
• Lead failure analysis and root cause investigations.
• Write and review technical test reports.
• Review and approve product design and engineering change documentation.
• Maintain understanding of competitive products and IP position.
• Generate Records of Invention and support intellectual property protection.
• Drive technical improvements resulting in cost reduction, quality, or performance improvements.
• Contribute to CommScope’s codified knowledge base and mentor other engineers.

Department / Organizational Contribution

• Thorough knowledge of corporate, business unit, and quality management system documentation.
• Strong understanding of relevant industry standards for fiber optic products.
• Experience using lab test equipment and methodologies.
• Effective collaboration with engineers, technicians, and manufacturing teams.
• Recognized by peers as a technical subject matter expert.

Accountability / Impact of Job

• This position supports products manufactured and sold globally and may require occasional domestic or international travel.

You Will Excite us if you Have:

• Strong technical competence in fiber optic products and testing.
• Lean Manufacturing certification.

What Happens After You Apply?

• Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visiting https://careers.commscope.com/how-we-hire