Engineering Leadership Development Program Associate

Legrand; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401K match

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Legrand offers an Engineering Leadership Development Program for entry-level engineers. The three-year program includes two 18-month rotations across locations and divisions, with exposure to Test Engineering, New Product Development, and Project Management.

Participants must be mobile within the US; relocation assistance is provided. Upon completion, a permanent role in the chosen engineering discipline is offered at Legrand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Computer, or related discipline)
• Previous internship or co-op experience is a plus, but not required
• Must be mobile to move to any location within the US; relocation assistance provided for each move
• Strong analytical capability to research, identify trends, and summarize information

Responsibilities

• Set up and execute tests to verify product functionality, safety, and compliance
• Collaborate with senior engineers to design and prototype new products and create CAD models
• Track project timelines, deliverables, and milestones using project management tools
• Engage in cohort-based technical training and professional development sessions

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

CAD

Schematic design

Technical documentation

Job description

What Will You Do?

Job Description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting new opportunity for entry level professionals to participate in our Engineering Leadership Development Program. This program is a three-year development experience designed for early-career engineers who aspire to become future leaders. Participants will complete two 18-month rotations at different company locations and within different divisions, gaining exposure to diverse products, teams, and business environments.

Associates will work in either Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Firmware Engineering. Within each rotation, participants will spend focused time in Test Engineering, New Product Development, and Project Management, building a well-rounded perspective of the engineering lifecycle. Upon successful completion of the program, the associate will be offered a permanent role in their Engineering discipline at any Legrand location. The associate must be mobile to move to any location within the US. Relocation assistance will be provided for each move.

Role start date is June 21, 2027.

Candidates must possess permanent US work authorization to be considered for this role. We will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Responsibilities

What Will You Do?

Test Engineering

• Set up and execute tests to verify product functionality, safety, and compliance.
• Analyze and document test data; summarize findings for the engineering team.
• Troubleshoot and recommend solutions for product issues discovered during testing.
• Support continuous improvement of test procedures and equipment.

New Product Development

• Collaborate with senior engineers to design and prototype new products.
• Create and update technical documentation such as CAD models, schematics, or source code.
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback into product iterations.
• Assist in validation builds and track engineering change requests.

Project Management

• Track project timelines, deliverables, and key milestones using project management tools.
• Coordinate cross-functional team meetings and prepare status updates.
• Document risks, issues, and lessons learned to improve future projects.
• Present progress and results to rotation leaders and program sponsors.

Program-Wide Responsibilities

• Engage in cohort-based technical training and professional development sessions.
• Technical Training: Join your cohort members to learn about Legrand-wide processes such as DFMA, NPD tollgate, CSR, and financials/budgeting
• Professional Development: Join our other Leadership Development Programs for workshops on topics such as Emotional Intelligence, Business Writing, and Presentation Skills
• Participate in mentorship meetings and networking events with company leaders.
• Prepare and deliver end-of-rotation presentations highlighting key contributions and learnings.
• Actively seek opportunities to improve processes, products, and team collaboration.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Computer, or related discipline)

Experience: Previous internship or co-op experience a plus, but not required

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Good written and verbal communications skills to multiple audiences.
• Strong presentation skills, both creating content and delivering message.
• Ability to get things done utilizing individual and team strengths.
• A willingness and ability to work across organizational boundaries.
• Must have strong analytical skills and proven ability to effectively conduct in-depth research, identify trends, and summarize information on a variety of subjects.

About Us

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.

Legrand, North & Central America offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us.