Mechanical Engineer

Legrand Slovenija•Mascoutah, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Legrand is hiring a Mechanical Engineer for its Electrical Infrastructure division in Mascoutah, Illinois. The role is responsible for designing, developing, validating, and supporting Cablofil products throughout their lifecycle, from concept through production. Working independently and with cross-functional teams, the engineer develops product designs, engineering documentation, prototypes, validation plans, and manufacturing releases, while supporting continuous product improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
At least 5 years of mechanical engineering experience in product design, product development, manufacturing, or related engineering disciplines.
Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and demonstrated experience in product design, product development, and manufacturing processes.
Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD software, including 3D modeling, drawing creation, and engineering documentation.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as wire forming, sheet metal fabrication, welding, extrusion, and assembly, and ability to apply design-for-manufacturing and cost-conscious engineering principles.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to perform engineering calculations, evaluate product performance, interpret test results, and develop practical solutions to technical challenges.
Ability to engage with customers, sales teams, installers, manufacturing personnel, and suppliers to understand application requirements and translate customer needs into product solutions.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong organizational and project management skills, including prioritizing, managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and driving project outcomes.
Self-motivated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
Proficiency with common software applications, including Microsoft Office, collaboration tools, and web-based resources.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading product development projects from concept through production.
Experience with product simulation, finite element analysis (FEA), PDM systems, and engineering data management tools.

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical design activities for assigned projects and collaborate with product management, manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams throughout product development.
Develop and maintain project schedules, track deliverables, and support successful project execution.
Design and develop new products, product enhancements, and customer-specific solutions using manufacturing processes such as wire forming, sheet metal fabrication, welding, extrusion, and assembly.
Use 2D and 3D CAD systems to develop and evaluate product designs, including structural analysis, load and deflection calculations, tolerance studies, and finite element analysis (FEA).
Plan, conduct, and support product testing and validation to verify compliance with design requirements, applicable industry standards, and customer expectations.
Support product certifications and regulatory compliance efforts as required.
Develop engineering drawings, product specifications, test plans, and manufacturing documentation for product development, validation, and production.
Develop cost estimates for materials, tooling, and production processes, and collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to optimize cost, quality, and manufacturability.
Lead and participate in cross-functional design reviews with engineering, manufacturing, quality, marketing, and product management teams.
Travel as required to support product development, customer engagement, manufacturing activities, supplier visits, testing, and industry events.
Perform other similar and related duties as required.