Design Engineer

Brownlee Lighting, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Brownlee Lighting, Inc. in Orlando, FL is seeking a Design Engineer to create LED luminaires from concept to production. You will design, model, and document components, while coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams on-site at the Orlando headquarters.

The role emphasizes performance, safety, and manufacturability, with involvement in prototyping, testing, and continuous improvement of product lines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Strong foundation in design and product development for lighting or related industries.
• Experience interpreting standards and regulations for lighting/electrical products.
• Hands-on CAD modeling and drawing proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop LED luminaires and decorative lighting from concept through production.
• Create and revise CAD models and drawings; collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams.
• Document engineering changes and support prototyping, testing, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Design Engineering

Product Design

Mechanical Engineering principles

CAD tools

Electrical engineering concepts

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Manufacturing/thermal experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field)

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Company Description

Brownlee Lighting is a family-owned company that has delivered quality lighting solutions since 1977 to customers across North America and beyond. The organization focuses on advancing the design, engineering, and manufacturing of high-performance LED luminaires and specification-grade decorative lighting. All Brownlee luminaires are designed, assembled, tested, and packaged at the company's headquarters in Orlando, Florida, supporting long-term job growth in the United States. Brownlee Lighting remains at the forefront of lighting technology and encourages interested applicants to explore products and specifications on www.brownlee.com.

Role Description

The Design Engineer role is a full-time, on-site position based at Brownlee Lighting's Orlando, FL headquarters. This role is responsible for designing and developing LED luminaires and decorative lighting products from concept through production. Daily tasks include creating and revising CAD models and drawings, collaborating with mechanical and electrical teams, and ensuring product designs meet performance, safety, and manufacturability requirements. The Design Engineer partners with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain colleagues to support prototyping, testing, and continuous improvement of existing product lines. The role also involves documenting engineering changes, maintaining design standards, and contributing to innovation in specification-grade lighting solutions.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Design Engineering and Product Design for lighting or related industries.
• Proficiency in Mechanical Engineering principles applied to product development and manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools for 3D modeling and technical drawings.
• Understanding of Electrical Engineering concepts related to LED technology and luminaire design.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent experience.
• Ability to interpret standards and regulations relevant to lighting and electrical products.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional work in an on-site environment.
• Experience in manufacturing, materials, or thermal management for LED products is beneficial.
• Familiarity with testing procedures, quality assurance, and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.