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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Designer, IV
Locations: Shakopee, MN; Catawba, NC; Apex, NC.
Job Overview:
CommScope Data Center Business Unit is seeking a Designer IV to spearhead the ideation and design of next-generation optical interconnect technology solutions for tomorrow’s most demanding high-speed, high-density platforms.
As a key member of the Data Center organization, you will contribute to cutting-edge innovation in optical connectivity technologies that are expected to push the boundaries of density and performance. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams and engage with key stakeholders across Product Line Management, Business Development, Advanced Manufacturing, Operations, Sales, System Architecture, and other internal groups.
Key qualifications include a proven track record of high-speed copper or optical connectivity design, strong communication and collaboration skills, and a passion for innovation that drives breakthrough solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead conceptual design and development of innovative optical connectivity solutions focused in both the near-term and future generations.
- Generate renderings (KeyShot or otherwise), animations and images for technical presentations.
- Perform finite element modeling of latches and other structural mechanisms.
- Support fit analysis using Monte Carlo, statistical or worst-case methods.
- Collaborate with molding and manufacturing colleagues for design for manufacturing (DfM) and automation (DfA) optimization.
- Create functional prototypes via printing, SLA, or other technologies.
- Review inspection reports for component first article approval.
- Maintain design documentation and revision control.
- Generate IP for new design concepts.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Engineering CAD Technology, Industrial Design, or equivalent relevant work experience.
- Typically requires 8 years of related experience. Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree may be considered with fewer years of experience, depending on the relevance of their academic background to the role.
- Must have work experience with fiber optic connectivity or closely adjacent industry such as high-speed copper connector development.
- Expertise in 3D CAD applications (Creo highly preferred).
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, molding, stamping, EDM, plating, assembly, etc.) and how component design impacts fabrication.
- Understanding of geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T) and tolerance analysis.
- Experience with technical drawing creation and documentation per ASME Y14.5.
- Fluent in English (both verbal and written) to facilitate global communication both internally and with external customers.
- Good organizational and time management skills with an ability to execute multiple tasks/deadlines/projects simultaneously with limited direction.
- Collaboration with a cross-functional team and external partners.
- Proficient using MS office software (Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook, MS Teams, etc).
Strongly Desired Skills & Qualifications:
- Understanding of blind-mate and backplane connection systems.
- Proficient user of finite element analysis software (Ansys, Workbench) for structural design.
- Knowledge of intellectual property and ability to work with legal team to review patent applications.
- Hands-on expertise in various rapid prototyping methodologies.
- Familiarity with various development tools such as FMEA, 6-sigma, DoE, 8D, statistical methods.
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Our salary ranges consider 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 needs. 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 $71,000-$86,000 annually based on experience. 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.
Job Title: Designer, IV
Locations: Shakopee, MN; Catawba, NC; Apex, NC.
Job Overview:
CommScope Data Center Business Unit is seeking a Designer IV to spearhead the ideation and design of next-generation optical interconnect technology solutions for tomorrow’s most demanding high-speed, high-density platforms.
As a key member of the Data Center organization, you will contribute to cutting-edge innovation in optical connectivity technologies that are expected to push the boundaries of density and performance. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams and engage with key stakeholders across Product Line Management, Business Development, Advanced Manufacturing, Operations, Sales, System Architecture, and other internal groups.
Key qualifications include a proven track record of high-speed copper or optical connectivity design, strong communication and collaboration skills, and a passion for innovation that drives breakthrough solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead conceptual design and development of innovative optical connectivity solutions focused in both the near-term and future generations.
- Generate renderings (KeyShot or otherwise), animations and images for technical presentations.
- Perform finite element modeling of latches and other structural mechanisms.
- Support fit analysis using Monte Carlo, statistical or worst-case methods.
- Collaborate with molding and manufacturing colleagues for design for manufacturing (DfM) and automation (DfA) optimization.
- Create functional prototypes via printing, SLA, or other technologies.
- Review inspection reports for component first article approval.
- Maintain design documentation and revision control.
- Generate IP for new design concepts.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Engineering CAD Technology, Industrial Design, or equivalent relevant work experience.
- Typically requires 8 years of related experience. Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree may be considered with fewer years of experience, depending on the relevance of their academic background to the role.
- Must have work experience with fiber optic connectivity or closely adjacent industry such as high-speed copper connector development.
- Expertise in 3D CAD applications (Creo highly preferred).
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, molding, stamping, EDM, plating, assembly, etc.) and how component design impacts fabrication.
- Understanding of geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T) and tolerance analysis.
- Experience with technical drawing creation and documentation per ASME Y14.5.
- Fluent in English (both verbal and written) to facilitate global communication both internally and with external customers.
- Good organizational and time management skills with an ability to execute multiple tasks/deadlines/projects simultaneously with limited direction.
- Collaboration with a cross-functional team and external partners.
- Proficient using MS office software (Word, Excel, PPT, Outlook, MS Teams, etc).
Strongly Desired Skills & Qualifications:
- Understanding of blind-mate and backplane connection systems.
- Proficient user of finite element analysis software (Ansys, Workbench) for structural design.
- Knowledge of intellectual property and ability to work with legal team to review patent applications.
- Hands-on expertise in various rapid prototyping methodologies.
- Familiarity with various development tools such as FMEA, 6-sigma, DoE, 8D, statistical methods.
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Our salary ranges consider 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 needs. 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 $71,000-$86,000 annually based on experience. 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Staff Engineer
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires a direct nexus between your degree field and the Staff Engineer role. A computer science or engineering degree is straightforward, but an unrelated bachelor's may draw an RFE. Pull your O*NET profile for the occupation to document the degree requirement before your employer files.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing pathways
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round without waiting for the April lottery. Staff Engineer roles exist at these organizations, and a cap-exempt filing eliminates lottery risk entirely.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Staff Engineer roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history for this job title. You'll see which companies have filed for the role before, so you're not guessing about sponsorship willingness during the interview process.
Negotiate offer timing around the H-1B cap deadline
H-1B cap petitions must be filed by April 1 for an October 1 start. If you're receiving an offer in Q1, ask HR explicitly whether they'll file by the deadline. An offer signed in March with no filing commitment leaves you in gap-year territory.
Request premium processing to compress adjudication timelines
USCIS premium processing guarantees a decision within 15 business days. For Staff Engineer roles with competing offers or a hard start date, ask your employer to elect premium processing on the I-129. It shifts adjudication risk from months to weeks.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your prevailing wage level
DOL assigns Staff Engineer petitions to wage levels I through IV based on experience and supervision. Run the OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations so you know which level your role maps to. A Level III or IV designation raises the floor your employer must meet on the LCA.
H-1B Visa Staff Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Staff Engineer positions typically require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related field, which satisfies the USCIS specialty occupation definition. Employers document this on the LCA by citing the degree requirement in the job description. If your employer's posting says a degree is 'preferred' rather than 'required,' USCIS may issue an RFE, so the language in the job description matters.
How do I find Staff Engineer employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters Staff Engineer roles by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history, so you can focus your applications on companies that have sponsored the role before rather than cold-asking recruiters about immigration policy. This saves significant time during the job search and reduces the risk of pursuing roles at employers who don't sponsor.
Can I stay in H-1B status if my Staff Engineer role is eliminated during a layoff?
You have a 60-day grace period after your H-1B employment ends to find a new sponsor, change to another visa status, or depart the U.S. During that window you can't work, but you can interview and negotiate offers. If a new employer files an H-1B transfer before the grace period expires, you can begin work once USCIS receives the petition.
What wage level does a Staff Engineer job map to under DOL prevailing wage rules?
DOL assigns H-1B positions to wage levels I through IV. Staff Engineer roles with independent project ownership and mentorship responsibilities typically map to Level III or IV, which carry higher prevailing wage floors. You can verify the applicable wage level for your specific location and job duties using the OFLC Wage Search before entering salary negotiations with a prospective sponsor.
Is a Staff Engineer role eligible for an H-1B cap exemption?
Cap exemptions apply to the employer, not the role. If you're hired by a university, nonprofit research organization, or an entity affiliated with one, the H-1B petition can be filed at any time without entering the lottery. Most private tech companies are cap-subject, so petitions must be filed in April for an October 1 start. Confirming your employer's cap status early in the offer process prevents scheduling conflicts.