Product Design Engineer - Architectural LED Lighting Interested candidates should submit a resume for confidential consideration. About Day-O-Lite Day-O-Lite is a U.S. manufacturer of high-quality, specification-grade architectural lighting products. We design and manufacture innovative lighting solutions for commercial, institutional, healthcare, educational, and other architectural environments. We are seeking an experienced Product Design Engineer to help develop the next generation of Day-O-Lite LED lighting products. Key Responsibilities Lead the mechanical engineering and detailed design of new LED lighting products from concept through production release. Create accurate 3D models, assemblies, production drawings, and engineering documentation using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD software . Develop production-ready drawings incorporating appropriate GD&T, tolerances, materials, finishes, and manufacturing requirements . Complete required engineering deliverables throughout the New Product Development tollgate process. Design components and assemblies using fabricated and formed sheet metal, aluminum extrusions, castings, spun metal, plastics, welding, and other relevant manufacturing processes. Select and integrate LEDs, drivers, controls, optics, wiring components, and other electrical and mechanical systems. Address thermal management, ingress protection, structural integrity, serviceability, product safety, and manufacturability throughout the design process. Build, assemble, and evaluate prototypes. Conduct and document in-house testing, including assembly and quality reviews, thermal testing, water-intrusion testing, and light-output measurements. Create bills of material, specifications, drawings, test reports, and manufacturing documentation required for design release. Support UL/CSA, LM-79, DLC, and other applicable testing and certification activities . Work with Purchasing and suppliers to evaluate components, sourcing options, tooling requirements, lead times, quality, and product costs. Participate in design reviews and cross-functional problem-solving with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales, Customer Service, and other departments. Support product cost targets and value-engineering initiatives without compromising performance, quality, safety, or design intent. Provide technical support for existing and custom products as business priorities permit. Stay current with LED technology, lighting controls, manufacturing technologies, and relevant industry standards. Qualifications Five or more years of product design or mechanical engineering experience , preferably involving manufactured products. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related discipline , or equivalent relevant experience. Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software , including complex parts, assemblies, configurations, and production drawings. Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis, design for manufacturing, and design for assembly . Hands-on knowledge of manufacturing processes, including: Sheet metal fabrication and forming Aluminum extrusion Welding Casting and metal spinning Injection-molded and vacuum-formed plastics Tooling, finishing, and assembly processes Experience designing products that incorporate LEDs, drivers, lighting controls, optics, wiring, and thermal-management requirements . Understanding of UL 1598 and commercial lighting product-safety requirements. Familiarity with LM-79, LM-80, photometric testing, and lighting-performance evaluation . Experience with IP-rated enclosure design and environmental testing is highly desirable. Working knowledge of common LED, driver, controls, optics, and lighting-component manufacturers and suppliers. Strong hands-on problem-solving skills and the ability to move effectively between CAD design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing. Preferred Experience Previous experience designing commercial or architectural lighting fixtures . Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, AGi32, SolidWorks Composer, or similar engineering and lighting-design software. Experience working directly with UL or another Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory. Experience supporting products from initial concept through certification and production launch. Familiarity with DLC requirements and commercial lighting controls. Experience working directly with domestic and international suppliers, tooling manufacturers, and production teams.

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person