Automotive Lighting R&D Engineer

ams OSRAM; Hillsborough (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive lighting company in New Hampshire is seeking a Research & Development Engineer. The successful candidate will design automotive lighting components, conduct thermal and structural analysis, and manage projects. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and have 3+ years of relevant experience. This is a full-time entry-level position offering a competitive salary based on location.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in similar positions preferred.
• Strong knowledge of product development processes and prototyping.
• Familiarity with testing equipment, instrumentation, or lab procedures.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop automotive lighting components and assemblies.
• Conduct feasibility studies to ensure designs meet functional requirements.
• Perform Finite Element Analysis for thermal management and structural integrity.
• Utilize CAD software for modeling and creating detailed drawings.
• Oversee tooling and fixture design.
• Manage program timelines and ensure projects are completed on schedule.
• Support production teams to increase material efficiency.

Skills

Product development processes

Prototyping

CAD Software

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

A leading automotive lighting company in New Hampshire is seeking a Research & Development Engineer. The successful candidate will design automotive lighting components, conduct thermal and structural analysis, and manage projects. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and have 3+ years of relevant experience. This is a full-time entry-level position offering a competitive salary based on location.