Design Engineer

Allied Maker; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Allied Maker seeks a Design Engineer to develop and refine lighting fixtures, blending creativity with mechanical design and lean manufacturing to reduce waste and boost efficiency.

You will model, prototype, and optimize products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet high design and functionality standards at Allied Maker.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 7+ years' experience in related field.
• Experience in lighting design or related industry preferred.
• Proficient in Fusion 360 and lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Model lighting fixture hardware and assemblies in Fusion 360.
• Develop jigs with a MarkForged X7 to streamline processes.
• Apply lean principles to refine production workflows.
• Assist Senior Design Engineer on custom lighting designs.
• Manage product improvements and procurement organization in ERP.
• Prototype designs and evaluate production efficiency.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Project ownership

Hands-on prototyping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Fusion 360

Netsuite

ERP software

Job description

Job Description

The Design Engineer will be a critical part of our team, focused on developing and refining our lighting fixtures. This position requires a blend of creativity, mechanical engineering skills, and a deep understanding of lean manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and contribute to the sustainable growth of Allied Maker. The successful candidate will bring a hands-on approach to modeling, prototyping, and optimizing our products, ensuring they meet our high standards of design and functionality.

Key Responsibilities

• Model lighting fixture hardware and assemblies in Fusion 360, catering to diverse manufacturing processes including CNC Machining, Bending, Metal Spinning, Glass Blowing, Water-Jet Cutting, 3D Printing, and Woodturning.
• Use the MarkForged X7 3D printer to develop jigs that streamline metal finishing, assembly, and fabrication processes.
• Engage with a cross-functional team, applying lean manufacturing principles to refine and improve production workflows and outputs.
• Operate under the guidance of the Senior Design Engineer to generate custom lighting designs and modifications that align with Allied Maker's aesthetic and quality standards.
• Aid the Engineering Team in managing product improvements, organizing parts for procurement, and maintaining accurate documentation within our ERP software.
• Prototype new designs and engage in hands-on assembly to evaluate and enhance production efficiency.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, with at least 7 years of experience. Background in lighting design or a related industry is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, with a track record of applying these to improve processes and reduce waste.
• Expertise in Fusion 360, with proficiency in Netsuite or similar ERP systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach, with the capacity to take ownership of projects and drive innovation.

What We Offer

• 401(k) with matching, health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• A dynamic work environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and growth.