Lighting Design Engineer II

DESIGN ENGINEER II (LIGHTING)

REQUIRED:

2 years of plastic injection molding experience

3 years of CATIA V5 experience

PAY: $75,000 – $80,000

VISA SPONSORSHIP: No

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Yes

REMOTE: No

Are you a self-motivated challenge seeker with a proactive mentality? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? If so, this is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career as a Lighting Design Engineer II.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position supports a Tier One automotive supplier specializing in the design and production of exterior automotive lighting systems and electronic components. The role is based at a U.S. manufacturing and engineering facility with in-house capabilities spanning lighting design, mold design, production engineering, quality, assembly, sales, and customer support.

HOW YOU WILL SUCCEED

• Demonstrate strong organizational skills

• Maintain exceptional attention to detail

• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams

• Deliver technical information accurately and on time to stakeholders

• Minimize production issues through sound design practices

• Communicate clearly through presentations and technical discussions

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute robust design and development of exterior automotive lighting products from concept through production

• Ensure regulatory compliance through feasibility studies

• Conduct DFMEA, DRBFM, and FTA design reviews

• Identify, investigate, and resolve design-related issues

• Research and develop new technologies applicable to product design

• Create 2D and 3D component and assembly drawings, including BOMs

• Validate designs through mock-ups and tooling trials

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949 standards

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Tuition reimbursement and additional benefits

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent education/experience

• 2–5 years of experience with plastic injection molding

• 3–5 years of CAD experience using CATIA V5 or V6 (required)

• Familiarity with FMVSS 108 and global lighting regulations

• Understanding of electrical circuits and LED operation

• Automotive design experience

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• ANSYS SPEOS

• LUCIDSHAPE CAA V5

• Moldex3D

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