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Mechanical Engineer I

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Job Description

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer I to join our Custom Development team in Chicago, IL! This is an exciting opportunity to be a key part of Focal Point’s engineering team, developing and supporting world-class luminaire designs. This position will lead the development of luminaires from concept to production, including prototyping, validation and regulatory testing, collaboration with manufacturing, and ordering system setup. Project management and organizational skills will be honed working on large scale projects with cross-functional teams to deliver on timeline and cost targets. This position reports to the Custom Engineering Development Leader.

Responsibilities

  • Lead projects to develop products that meet or exceed customer requirements and product targets.
  • Apply creative thinking and analysis to develop unique, innovative concepts.
  • Analyze risks and root out issues early in the design process, using various internal Focal Point resources, as needed.
  • Utilize a hands-on approach to product design, assembling prototype designs, creating demonstration spaces, and working closely with manufacturing.
  • Establishing timeline commitments and to coordinate communication updates to all areas of the business.
  • Ownership of complete project deliverables, including design documentation, ordering system setup, production documentation, sales tools, cost model, etc.
  • Simultaneously support multiple projects in various phases of development.

Qualifications

Competencies:

  • Tenacious problem-solver, with an energetic approach to raising the bar.
  • Self-motivated, self-directed, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Team player with strong communication and organizational skills – ability to forge relationships with others and align on the best decision.
  • Detail-oriented, with a desire to “roll up your sleeves” to help your team successfully meet project deadlines.
  • Customer-focused with a strong sense of urgency.
  • Business Acumen – the ability to quickly analyze options to formulate the best value plan.

Requirements:

  • 0-3 years of professional engineering work experience,
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited program,
  • 3D CAD software expertise, SolidWorks preferred.
  • Working knowledge of GD&T.
  • Demonstrated success working in cross-functional teams through projects or organizations.

About Us

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.

Legrand's Lighting & Controls division combines high-performance architectural and specialty lighting with intuitive controls to create safe, comfortable, and energy-efficient spaces. Our integrated solutions simplify the design, installation, and management of the built environment while delivering exceptional user experiences, operational efficiency, and reliable performance at scale. The division includes the Finelite, Focal Point, Kenall, OCL, and Pinnacle lighting brands, along with the Wattstopper and Vantage controls and building management systems.

Legrand, North & Central America 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.

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