Product Engineer

Product Engineer
Nora Lighting, a leading manufacturer of indoor commercial and residential luminaires, is looking for a self-motivated individual to join our Engineering team! The right candidate should have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a positive and upbeat attitude!
Providing mechanical design, technical analysis; field visit and resolution of engineering problems. Plans and directs all aspects of engineering activities within an organization. Ensures all engineering projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organization's established policies and objectives. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and prefers 3+ years of experience in the lighting industry. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to top management.

Essential Functions: Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

o Lead design from concept through production including component selection, simulation test, prototype build, safety approvals, production integration and technical troubleshooting.

o Identify, initiate and implement solutions for process/product development that improves performance, reduces cost, strengthens yield and increases capability.

o Read and write electrical wiring diagrams

o Design 20 and 30 sketches, and create B0M through Solidworks

o Build test prototype in 30 printing and metal fabrication

o Requires hands on skills to build test apparatus in plastic, metal, and wood.

o Solve problems through mechanical and thermal analysis

o Interface with local or oversea supplier and vendor on projects.

o Familiar with Underwriting Laboratory, Energy Star, DLC and Title 24 requirements

o Knowledgeable about operating a Goniophotometer and Integrating Sphere.

o Capable of traveling for field inspection.

Requirements and Qualifications are but not limited to:

o Minimum 3+ years of experience (Required)

o Lighting Industry experience a plus

o Must be organized and be able to follow up and handle multiple projects at one time.

o Must be dependable with a strong work ethic

o Ability to comprehend technical specifications

o Strong ability to multitask with testing, designing and reporting

o Minimum 3+ years of experience (Required)

o Ability to handle customers, vendors, representatives and in-house complaints professionally and with urgency

o Strong attention to detail

o Strong ability to respond to calls and emails in a timely manner

o Ability to build a positive rapport with fellow employees, customers, vendors and Reps.

o Ability to work as a team as well as independently

o Must be able to work and look at a computer monitor for extended periods of time

o Must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time

o Dexterity

o Ability to kneel, squat

o Ability to lift to 50 lbs

Working Conditions: Office and technical lab condition, subject to traveling from different areas in the warehouse, work remote as needed.

Equipment Use: Microsoft PC, multi-meter, caliper, portable AC/DC power supply, oscilloscope, light meter,

flickering machine, power analyzer, soldering iron, temperature monitoring equipment. Work with hand and power tools when checking and evaluating new and existing Nora Lighting products.

Physical Condition: It is common for the position to work and evaluate electrical systems, products, components

and applications.

Familiarity with Solidworks 30 modeling software is required. Familiarity with UL 1598 Luminaries standard testing procedure is a plus.

Benefits and Compensation:
Nora Lighting offers competitive pay and full benefits package that includes medical, dental, Voluntary Vision, Life/AD&D and a 401(k) plan.

Nora Lighting is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, and protected veteran or marital status.

Nora Lighting is a Drug-Free Workplace

Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person