Design Engineer

Acuity Inc•Decatur, IL

About The Position

Responsible for product development from concept through production, including new product development, sustaining engineering, and resolution of field problems. Leads electro-mechanical product design and redesign, part assembly and detailed part drawings, prototyping, testing, and assembly of samples. Leads various product design and development projects while collaborating with cross-functional members of the design team.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
0–2 years of applicable engineering experience.
Proficient use of 3D CAD and Microsoft Office.
Proficient in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and tools, including Standard Work, Time Studies, Cause & Effect, 5 Why Analysis, and DMAIC.
Strong verbal, written, sketching, and engineering drawing communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in cross-functional team environments.
Understanding of manufacturing methods including stamping, drawing, casting, and extrusion of metals and plastics.
Leadership skills to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Understanding of applicable industry and safety standards.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
Commercial lighting industry experience.
Knowledge of UL standards and UL testing processes.

Responsibilities

Participate in all aspects of the design process, including development of part geometry, assembly design, and drawing generation for new product development, product enhancements, and cost reduction activities.
Develop and distribute engineering documentation, including Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), and parts tracking.
Partner with manufacturing facilities to resolve part or assembly issues, deviation requests, and bill of material errors.
Participate in Stage-Gate product development meetings for major product launches.
Develop product concepts based on Project Charters, Specification Matrix requirements, competitor benchmarking, and design concepts while ensuring compatibility with manufacturing processes.
Support process improvement initiatives and related engineering research.
Participate in ABS/Lean Transformation activities and complete post-Kaizen assignments.
Submit testing and prototyping requests, interact with testing and model shop teams, and review functional specifications, project charters, and competitor samples.