Mechanical Engineer 1 - Lighting & Controls

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer I to join the Lighting & Controls division in Denver, CO. The Mechanical Engineer I will join the Sales Engineering team at Pinnacle Architectural Lighting to develop custom high-quality market differentiated luminaire designs. They must be able to design highly customized products that are uncompromising in quality and performance yet cost-effective, simple to assemble, install, and service while meeting the customer’s project requirements. They must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, coordinating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure each project meets deadlines, specifications, and quality standards. As part of the Sales Engineering team, the Mechanical Engineer I will have the opportunity to shape the future of Pinnacle’s custom product offerings.  

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and 5 years relevant work experience
• Lighting Industry experience strongly desired but not required
• Proficient in Solidworks and mechanical design; proficient in Microsoft office suite
• Strong organizational and time management abilities to manage competing priorities.
• A team player mentality with excellent communication and organizational skills
• Highly motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Adept in troubleshooting and developing solutions for issues in production or the field 

What Will You Do?

• Own product design and development to support the release of custom luminaire designs that meet the highest standard for performance, quality, cost, and safety  
• Use 3D modelling design best practices to develop custom product designs that are easy to manufacture, assemble, install, and maintain
• Communicate project requirements proficiently to internal/external stakeholders.
• Serves as an extension of the sales team by fielding questions from internal/external stakeholders and providing answers on standard and custom products.
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with product management, manufacturing, purchasing, external suppliers and certification agencies to execute projects
• Set priorities to meet or exceed project budget and schedule across multiple projects at one time. Anticipate risks and propose innovative solutions to overcome obstacles.  
• Lead the research and development to integrate new technologies, materials, and optical designs to drive cutting-edge custom product releases.
• Develop clear and comprehensive custom engineering documentation, including but not limited to, 3D parts, assemblies, drawings, pattern pages, MOD drawings, and technical reports
• Perform design and manufacturability reviews, coordinate purchase requests with relevant stakeholders, and ensure alignment with product deadline requirements.
• Demonstrate a keen understanding of applicable regulatory requirements and ensure alignment with product specification and validation