Job Title: New Product Development Engineer – Lighting / Electrical
Location: Wood Dale, IL
Onsite M-F
Role: Direct Hire
Compensation: 90,000-110,000
About the Role
The New Product Development Engineer – Lighting / Electrical will lead the research, design, and engineering of new products to enhance premium product collections. This role transforms market research and trend analysis into innovative designs that align with industry demand and manufacturing capabilities. From concept development through prototyping, the engineer will drive the creation of high-quality fixtures, including the integration of lighting and electrical components.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop design concepts and identify viable solutions
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Present product ideas to cross-functional teams for collaboration and feedback
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Engineer concepts from prototype through final design
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Research industry and customer trends to identify opportunities
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Investigate product technologies for integration into new designs
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Collaborate with production/manufacturing to ensure smooth design-to-production flow
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Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) for all manufactured products
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Update revisions to BOMs and design documentation as needed
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Apply value engineering practices to reduce costs while maintaining quality
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Assemble prototypes, including lighting and electrical integration
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Follow other instructions and perform duties as assigned by management
Requirements and Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree or higher in design, engineering, or related field
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5+ years of engineering experience in wood or metal manufacturing (store fixture industry preferred)
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Expertise in working with multiple materials (wood, metal, plastics, glass) and integrated lighting/electrical systems
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Strong knowledge of wood/metal manufacturing techniques (cabinetry, laminating, hardware)
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Familiarity with lighting and electrical design (LEDs, low-voltage wiring, drivers, controls, power distribution)
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Knowledge of UL/ETL certification requirements and compliance standards
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Proficiency in Autodesk software (AutoCAD, Vault, or equivalent)
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Ability to mentor and train junior engineers
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Contribute to development of engineering standards and specifications
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Working knowledge of ERP software
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics.