Design Engineer at Current Lighting in Greenville, South Carolina, United States | USD60,000-70,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

lighting design

thermal analysis

optical simulation

prototyping

engineering docs

stakeholder collaboration

Conceptualize and develop innovative lighting solutions with cross‑functional teams to meet project goals and performance objectives.
Perform thermal analysis, optical simulations, and photometric testing to validate designs and ensure optimal performance.
Oversee prototyping and testing of lighting fixtures and systems, analyze results, and iterate designs for improvement.
Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation to support manufacturing and assembly.
Partner with project managers, designers, engineers, and other stakeholders to maintain alignment throughout product development.
Stay current on industry trends, materials, and technologies, and proactively recommend new methods to enhance innovation and efficiency.
Quarterly company all‑employee meetings.
Regular manager check‑ins to drive performance and career growth.

Requirements

mechanical bsc

1-3 yrs

solidworks

problem solving

microsoft office

sap

We are seeking a Design Engineer with a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering and 1–3 years of relevant experience to join our Indoor & Specialty group in Greenville, SC. This role calls for a talented and creative problem solver who will design and develop lighting products that push boundaries in performance, design, and efficiency, with a strong mechanical design background and a proven ability to deliver exceptional solutions.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
1–3 years of mechanical design engineering experience with a strong passion for creativity and innovation.
Proficiency in CAD software such as OnShape, SolidWorks, Solid Edge, or AutoCAD.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including engineering analysis and test‑result interpretation.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.).
Excellent communication, collaboration, and time‑management abilities.
High attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality results on time and within scope.
SAP experience preferred.
Communicate openly and honestly, both internally and externally.

Benefits

The position offers a compensation package that includes a salary range of $60,000‑$70,000, base pay, potential bonus, benefits, 401(k) contributions, time off, recognition awards and more.

Current Lighting promotes a competitive culture that values tenacious curiosity, open and honest communication, risk‑taking, diversity, and empowerment. Employees can grow through quarterly all‑employee meetings, management and leadership development, executive‑level initiatives, LinkedIn Learning courses, and regular manager check‑ins.

Full‑time exempt employees enjoy a permissive time‑off policy, paid holidays, a comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision, life, disability), a 401(k) with an immediate fully vested company match, and flexible spending account options for pre‑tax allocations.

Initiatives and special projects with executive leadership exposure.
Access to top‑notch learning courses through LinkedIn Learning.
Permissive Time Off Policy for full‑time exempt roles.
Paid company holidays.
Comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
401(k) retirement program with fully vested immediate company match.
Flexible Spending Account options for pre‑tax employee allocations.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

140 years

Legacy of Lighting Innovation

The company has a long-standing tradition of innovation in lighting, spanning over a century and a half.

1,400,000 lamps

Significant Retrofit Scale

The company executed a large-scale lighting retrofit at JP Morgan, replacing over 1.4 million lamps.

200,000 LEDs

Large-Scale LED Deployment

Deployed over 200,000 LED lighting solutions for the Rio Olympic venues, showcasing extensive capabilities.

+50 products

Product Innovation

Launched over 50 new lighting and control products since the merger, including NX Lighting Controls.

Merges two lighting luminaries into a single entity, leveraging expertise in commercial, industrial, and outdoor lighting.
Operates as a billion-dollar firm with global reach, offering a full portfolio of LED fixtures and controls.
Designs and deploys advanced lighting+control systems for diverse projects, including landmark installations.
Specializes in intelligent controls and niche brands, pushing boundaries in energy management through IoT solutions.

Culture + Values

Bold in Action: We embrace change and take risks to bring solutions that meet the challenge, move us forward, and make our customers successful.
Outcome Driven: We deliver on our promises, predicting and removing obstacles to create a clear path to visible results.
Doing Right: We never compromise when it comes to quality or reliability, and take our responsibilities to our customers, people and the planet seriously.
Setting high standards for ourselves that are higher than the day before, better than the competition and more than what our customers expect.
Inspiration flows both ways: We’re inspired by the people who live, work and play in the environments we light, and passionate about helping our customers solve complex challenges with reliable performance and responsive service.

Environment + Sustainability

60% efficiency

Store Energy Efficiency

Indoor and outdoor lighting solutions contributed to a 60% energy-efficiency improvement in a 48,000 sq ft store compared to similar facilities.

40% improvement

Lean Manufacturing

Semi-automated assembly line and lean manufacturing efforts yielded a 40% increase in efficiency and improved product reliability.

133 lumens/W

Energy Efficiency in Lighting

Average efficiency of ~133 lumens/W across a store, showcasing superior energy performance compared to traditional lighting.

90% reduction

Overtime Reduction

90% reduction in overtime achieved through semi-automated assembly line and lean manufacturing efforts.

To make a sustainable difference for the planet and people’s lives with advanced lighting and intelligent controls.
Meet customers’ varied needs with smart sustainable lighting solutions that create safer, efficient, inspiring environments.
LED and intelligent controls products are vastly more energy-efficient than traditional counterparts and help customers reduce energy consumption (decades of experience).
Strong corporate governance policies and practices drive positive, lasting environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

Creating opportunities where people feel welcomed and empowered to work and harness their ingenuity and intellectual power.
Encouraging employees to contribute and be heard through the 'Your Seat at the Table' philosophy.
Not disclosing gender-specific statistics or formal DEI goals publicly.

Articles

Discover Current Lighting

Current Lighting on LinkedIn

Role

Description

lighting design

thermal analysis

optical simulation

prototyping

engineering docs

stakeholder collaboration

Conceptualize and develop innovative lighting solutions with cross‑functional teams to meet project goals and performance objectives.
Perform thermal analysis, optical simulations, and photometric testing to validate designs and ensure optimal performance.
Oversee prototyping and testing of lighting fixtures and systems, analyze results, and iterate designs for improvement.
Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation to support manufacturing and assembly.
Partner with project managers, designers, engineers, and other stakeholders to maintain alignment throughout product development.
Stay current on industry trends, materials, and technologies, and proactively recommend new methods to enhance innovation and efficiency.
Quarterly company all‑employee meetings.
Regular manager check‑ins to drive performance and career growth.

Requirements

mechanical bsc

1-3 yrs

solidworks

problem solving

microsoft office

sap

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
1–3 years of mechanical design engineering experience with a strong passion for creativity and innovation.
Proficiency in CAD software such as OnShape, SolidWorks, Solid Edge, or AutoCAD.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including engineering analysis and test‑result interpretation.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.).
Excellent communication, collaboration, and time‑management abilities.
High attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality results on time and within scope.
SAP experience preferred.
Communicate openly and honestly, both internally and externally.

Benefits

The position offers a compensation package that includes a salary range of $60,000‑$70,000, base pay, potential bonus, benefits, 401(k) contributions, time off, recognition awards and more.

Initiatives and special projects with executive leadership exposure.
Access to top‑notch learning courses through LinkedIn Learning.
Permissive Time Off Policy for full‑time exempt roles.
Paid company holidays.
Comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
401(k) retirement program with fully vested immediate company match.
Flexible Spending Account options for pre‑tax employee allocations.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

140 years

Legacy of Lighting Innovation

The company has a long-standing tradition of innovation in lighting, spanning over a century and a half.

1,400,000 lamps

Significant Retrofit Scale

The company executed a large-scale lighting retrofit at JP Morgan, replacing over 1.4 million lamps.

200,000 LEDs

Large-Scale LED Deployment

Deployed over 200,000 LED lighting solutions for the Rio Olympic venues, showcasing extensive capabilities.

+50 products

Product Innovation

Launched over 50 new lighting and control products since the merger, including NX Lighting Controls.

Merges two lighting luminaries into a single entity, leveraging expertise in commercial, industrial, and outdoor lighting.
Operates as a billion-dollar firm with global reach, offering a full portfolio of LED fixtures and controls.
Designs and deploys advanced lighting+control systems for diverse projects, including landmark installations.
Specializes in intelligent controls and niche brands, pushing boundaries in energy management through IoT solutions.

Culture + Values

Bold in Action: We embrace change and take risks to bring solutions that meet the challenge, move us forward, and make our customers successful.
Outcome Driven: We deliver on our promises, predicting and removing obstacles to create a clear path to visible results.
Doing Right: We never compromise when it comes to quality or reliability, and take our responsibilities to our customers, people and the planet seriously.
Setting high standards for ourselves that are higher than the day before, better than the competition and more than what our customers expect.
Inspiration flows both ways: We’re inspired by the people who live, work and play in the environments we light, and passionate about helping our customers solve complex challenges with reliable performance and responsive service.

Environment + Sustainability

60% efficiency

Store Energy Efficiency

Indoor and outdoor lighting solutions contributed to a 60% energy-efficiency improvement in a 48,000 sq ft store compared to similar facilities.

40% improvement

Lean Manufacturing

Semi-automated assembly line and lean manufacturing efforts yielded a 40% increase in efficiency and improved product reliability.

133 lumens/W

Energy Efficiency in Lighting

Average efficiency of ~133 lumens/W across a store, showcasing superior energy performance compared to traditional lighting.

90% reduction

Overtime Reduction

90% reduction in overtime achieved through semi-automated assembly line and lean manufacturing efforts.

To make a sustainable difference for the planet and people’s lives with advanced lighting and intelligent controls.
Meet customers’ varied needs with smart sustainable lighting solutions that create safer, efficient, inspiring environments.
LED and intelligent controls products are vastly more energy-efficient than traditional counterparts and help customers reduce energy consumption (decades of experience).
Strong corporate governance policies and practices drive positive, lasting environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

Creating opportunities where people feel welcomed and empowered to work and harness their ingenuity and intellectual power.
Encouraging employees to contribute and be heard through the 'Your Seat at the Table' philosophy.
Not disclosing gender-specific statistics or formal DEI goals publicly.

Articles

Discover Current Lighting

Current Lighting on LinkedIn