Product Design Engineer

Middlesex County, Southern Connecticut

An innovative designer and manufacturer of specification-grade LED Luminaires including, recessed downlights, wall washers, adjustable accents, pendants and cylinders, for the commercial and institutional markets in North America is looking for a dynamic Product Design Engineer.  Responsibilities will include the development of new product designs and maintenance of current product designs utilizing SolidWorks 3D CAD.  The ideal candidate must possess drive, adaptability and excellent communication skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer.  We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.  We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment based on these protected classifications.  We require the cooperation of all employees in maintaining a discrimination-free and harassment-free work environment.   Send your cover letter, resume & salary requirements to [email protected]..

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Develop new products utilizing SolidWorks and provide existing product support.
  • Collaborate with customers and other engineering teams, as needed to develop product solutions.
  • Evaluate alternative materials and processes to incorporate into new and existing products while focusing on improving product cost, quality and reliability.
  • Convert customer specified changes, improvements or product variation requests in design for manufacturing solutions.
  • Conduct and document design reviews.
  • Assist the procurement team in evaluating alternate materials from suppliers.
  • Assist as required in specifying tooling or fixturing.
  • Evaluate new technologies, alternative materials and processes to incorporate into new and existing products, with a focus on improving product cost, quality and reliability.
  • Incorporates intellectual property opportunities where possible and allowable.

Qualifications

  • BS degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • LED LIGHTING experience preferred
  • Fluent in 2D/3D design software, SolidWorks, Microsoft Application, Excel, Adobe
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Effective interaction and collaboration with resources, vendors, partners and manufacturing
  • Ability to manage personal time while juggling various priorities

 Interested candidates should contact [email protected].