Description
design modeling
prototyping
testing
project management
material analysis
documentation
The Design Engineer II is responsible for the design of new products for the Wire and Cable Management business. This role works within a cross-functional team to develop products from concept through to production and supports ongoing design maintenance for existing product lines. Key responsibilities include developing, evaluating, and validating product designs; creating specification and documentation packages; supporting preproduction builds; and overseeing the transfer to production.
- Refine and complete the design through modeling, prototyping, testing, analysis, piloting, and inspection of processes and first articles. Work closely with Advanced Manufacturing, Tool Shops, and Manufacturing to procure prototypes and production product components.
- Managing projects to rapid and effective completion including spanning departmental gaps.
- Work with the Marketing Product Line Manager to develop the product specification. Gain consensus on design with marketing and manufacturing. Determine the appropriate codes and standards, testing requirements, end-user preferences and trends, and competitive product analysis.
- Work with listing agencies to conduct and develop standards testing as required.
- Performs design and development work on new and existing products for use in electromechanical products. This includes reviewing, recommending, and appraising design work done by satellite facilities/vendors and the offshore design team.
- Investigation and analysis of new materials, components, technology, and engineering practices.
- Research, read, and understand competitive patents. Work with Patent Attorneys to avoid patent infringement. Protect the company’s intellectual property by obtaining patents.
- Create sketches, 3D files, and prototype designs to provide different options to satisfy the product requirements and be used for customer feedback. Evaluate concepts to choose the best design for the business. Work with the offshore team to create final 3D models, assemblies, and drawings to refine, develop, and finalize the design.
- Oversee the completion of product documentation to support production, including engineering drawings and specifications, bills of materials, and quality requirements and testing.
Requirements
solidworks
3d cad
bs mechanical
project management
3-5 years
eco-design
Experience: 3-5 years' experience in design engineering, preferably developing plastic injection molded, cast aluminum, and sheet metal products
Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering
- Demonstrated creativity in the development of new product design concepts. Ability to create sketches, 3D files, and prototype designs to express different options that are used to satisfy the product requirements.
- Requires strong organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively handle multiple priorities.
- Must have sound technical knowledge and design skills. Must be able to apply logical and scientific thinking principles to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
- Must be highly collaborative and able to work in a team-based environment. Fosters open communication and support an environment of innovation and creative change.
- Must be able to incorporate eco-design principals into new product development, as well as identify ways to improve environmental impact of existing products.
- Must have strong analytical skills and proven ability to efficiently research and summarize information effectively and make recommendations based upon analysis.
- Strong computer skills, proficient with word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software; e-mail, Microsoft Teams, and meeting management software. Ability to use the internet and web-based resources efficiently and effectively. Proficient in the use of 3D CAD software, SolidWorks preferred.
- Must possess excellent project management skills, including the demonstrated ability to develop and manage a project plan, establish priorities, work to deadlines, and control several projects at various stages of work. Must understand the implications of product costing to ensure business goals are met.
Benefits
Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us
Training + Development
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