Corporate

Oakley; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakley, part of EssilorLuxottica, is seeking a Product Engineer to develop new components through development phases and ensure design feasibility for SKU configurations. You will manage decoration, colors, patterns, and apply RCCM to deliver a finished product ready for manufacturing.

Responsibilities include leading development flows, tracking project metrics, coordinating samples with suppliers, and driving continuous improvement using lean principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years in engineering, product development or project management.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, assembly, automation) and surface treatments.
• Experience with Lean principles (VSM, SIPOC, Kaizen, Visual Management, RCCM).
• Good communication and ability to interface with related departments.
• Ability to work on broad range of assignments with minimum supervision.
• Knowledge of data-driven decision making and systems processes.

Responsibilities

• Create development flows across cross-functional teams.
• Develop process metrics to ensure project stays on schedule (lead time & release timing).
• Create project documentation (kickoff forms, drawings, test reports, work instructions, APQP packets).
• Procure samples from internal/external suppliers to confirm requirements.
• Own RCCM in development, production, testing and follow-up items in cross-functional meetings.
• Lead continuous improvement projects and lean system applications as assigned.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment by following procedures and rules.
• Collaborate effectively with others; perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Product development

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional teamwork

Root cause analysis

Data-driven decisions

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

3D CAD

PLM

Job description

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms. Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions. Oakley is part of EssilorLuxottica. Building on our legacy of innovative, market-leading optical technology, we manufacture and distribute high performance sunglasses, prescription lenses and frames, goggles, apparel, footwear, and accessories. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow, go further and achieve more. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

Requisition ID: 942911

Position: Full-Time

Job Description

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

The Product Engineer is responsible for developing new product components through Oakley Development Phases 2, 1, and 0. Provide technical feasibility for requests from the Creative and Product teams during SKU configuration. Create components with new colors, patterns, graphics, and other decoration treatments for internally and externally produced components. Own any issues and attack them with a formal RCCM (Root Cause Counter Measure) approach. Your finish line is a new fully vetted finished product ready for manufacturing.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Create development flows (cross functional processes segmented by development type)
• Develop process metrics to ensure product project remains on schedule: development step lead time and overall punctuality to release timing
• Create the project documentation to include, but not limited to, kickoff forms, drawings, test report, work instructions APQP validation packet
• Responsible for identifying and leading the procurement of samples from internal and external suppliers to confirm aesthetic and functional requirements
• Ownership of RCCM in development, production, performance testing, and assigned action items at cross functional meetings
• Leads in Continuous Improvement projects and lean system application as assigned
• Maintain a safe, organized and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Work effectively and collaboratively with others
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related Engineering Degree
• 4+ years of experience in engineering, product development or project management
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, assembly, automation) and general surface treatment techniques (painting, plating, pad-printing, etc.)
• Experience with projects using Lean principles (VSM, SIPOC, Kaizen, Visual Management, RCCM, etc.)
• Demonstrated knowledge of general performance testing (environmental, mechanical, optical, etc.)
• Good communication skills and ability to interface with related departments
• Ability to work on broad range of assignments with minimum supervision
• Knowledge of systems processes that ensure decisions are data driven

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred
• Experience with injection molding manufacturing and product development
• Experience in consumer product, color, and material development
• Previous consumer hard goods development/manufacturing experience
• Experience using SAP, 3D Drafting Software, PLM
• Lean Manufacturing certification – Preferred Green Belt or higher
• Bilingual – English / Spanish / Italian

Pay Range: 95,321.58 - 131,049.40

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.