Design Engineer Senior
About The Position
Lead the design and development of new healthcare lighting and patient-room solutions from concept through production launch. Collaborate with Product Management, Industrial Design, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Quality, and Testing teams to deliver innovative products that meet customer and business needs. Develop proof-of-concept models, prototypes, and test samples to rapidly evaluate and refine ideas, and plan and execute product validation activities including performance, reliability, safety, and usability testing. Partner with certification laboratories to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and product safety requirements. Apply engineering fundamentals and Design for Manufacturing principles to create scalable, cost-effective solutions, and work with manufacturing and supply chain partners to support successful product launches. Communicate technical risks, tradeoffs, and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders. Lead technical development efforts for new products, platform expansions, and innovative features within the Nightingale portfolio, while continually exploring design approaches that improve product performance and customer experience. The position requires on-site presence in Decatur, Georgia, following a hybrid work model. The salary range is $85,700 to $120,000 USD; placement within the range may vary based on experience and geographic location. Acuity offers health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401(k) benefits, and commissions or incentive compensation depending on the role.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- At least 5 years of product development or design engineering experience.
- Experience developing products from concept through commercialization.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software.
- Experience with prototype development, testing, and product validation.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes including sheet metal fabrication, machining, castings, extrusions, and plastics.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and project leadership skills.
- Ability to travel as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with SolidWorks; preferred 3D CAD software.
- Experience with PLM systems and engineering change processes.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of healthcare lighting and patient-room solutions from concept through production launch.
- Collaborate with Product Management, Industrial Design, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Quality, and Testing teams to develop products meeting customer and business needs.
- Develop proof-of-concept models, prototypes, and test samples to evaluate and refine ideas.
- Plan and execute product validation activities, including performance, reliability, safety, and usability testing.
- Partner with certification laboratories to ensure compliance with regulatory and product safety requirements.
- Apply engineering fundamentals and Design for Manufacturing principles to create scalable, cost-effective solutions.
- Work with manufacturing and supply chain partners to support successful product launches.
- Communicate technical risks, tradeoffs, and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders.
- Lead technical development for new products, platform expansions, and innovative features within the Nightingale portfolio.
- Explore design approaches that improve product performance and customer experience.
Benefits
- Health care
- Dental coverage
- Vision plans
- 401(k) benefits
- Commissions or incentive compensation, depending on the role
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
