Resolve production and field failures of lighting products, working with quality department on nonconforming material dispositions and permanent corrective action.
Lead value engineering and cost-reduction efforts that hold form, fit, function, and certification status.
Execute mechanical validation and requalification testing to keep modified assemblies compliant with applicable safety and efficiency listings.
Partner with manufacturing engineering department on tooling, jig, and fixture revisions triggered by design changes.
Analyze warranty and production yield data to identify recurring design weaknesses and drive iterative improvements.
Manage end-of-life component transitions and maintain the supporting documentation set, including specifications and compliance records.
Work with other mechanical engineers and communicate effectively within the team.
Requirements
BS Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical experience.
Minimum 3 years of mechanical design or product support experience in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and management of complex BOM structures within an ERP system.
Working knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, die casting, and injection molding, including associated tolerancing and DFM constraints.
Demonstrated root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methods such as 8D or 5-Why.
Familiarity with safety certification schemes (UL/ETL) and material compliance regimes (RoHS/REACH) for electromechanical products.
Experience with formal engineering change control and revision-controlled documentation.
Experience with energy-efficiency listing programs for commercial lighting a plus.
