Design Engineer

LSI Industries Inc.•Cranston, RI

18d

About The Position

EMI, a division of LSI Corporation and part of Retail Solutions, is a provider of customer millwork display solutions and a manufacturer of standard and customized fixtures, displays, and equipment for restaurant, supermarket, and convenience store industries. The Design Engineer supports EMI’s team in Cranston, Rhode Island, by providing fast, accurate, and flexible design solutions for customer requests. The role focuses on quick-turn design modifications, custom product development, and translating customer requirements into manufacturable solutions in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment. The Design Engineer works with sales to interpret requests and develop manufacturable specifications, models, drawings, bills of materials, conceptual renderings, and feasibility assessments. The role also collaborates with manufacturing, supply chain, and engineering teams to implement customer-driven changes, and contributes to design reviews, cost analyses, and product optimization.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in commercial equipment, retail fixtures, or sheet metal products.
Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCAD for modeling and drafting.
Strong background in sheet metal fabrication, mechanical assemblies, and structural design.
Ability to convert customer needs into product specifications while ensuring manufacturability and cost efficiency.
Experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment with tight deadlines.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to balance multiple priorities.
Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience with customized display fixtures, commercial refrigeration enclosures, or similar retail equipment.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFA) principles.

Responsibilities

Provide rapid design support for sales inquiries, including custom modifications and new product configurations.
Work with the sales team to interpret customer requests and translate them into manufacturable product specifications.
Develop and modify 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, and bills of materials using SolidWorks or similar software.
Customize existing designs to meet customer needs while ensuring feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability.
Support technical sales proposals by creating conceptual drawings, renderings, and feasibility assessments.
Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and engineering teams to implement customer-driven product changes.
Provide technical expertise to assist sales with customer discussions and proposal development.
Ensure compliance with company design standards and industry regulations.
Participate in design reviews, cost analyses, and product optimization initiatives to improve product offerings.