Lighting Design Engineer

Global Connect Technologies; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connect Technologies in Irvine, CA is seeking a motivated Mechanical/Automotive Design Engineer to support the design and development of automotive lighting components using CATIA. You will create and modify 3D models, assemblies, and engineering drawings for headlamps, tail lamps, and related components.

Collaborating with senior engineers and cross-functional teams, you will help ensure designs meet requirements, GD&T, and manufacturability standards, while contributing to design

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Product Design, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in automotive design, mechanical design, or lighting/lamp design.
• Hands-on CATIA experience.
• Exposure to automotive lighting components is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support design and development of automotive lighting and lamp components using CATIA.
• Create and modify 3D models, assemblies, and engineering drawings for automotive lighting components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and supplier engineering teams.
• Review designs for fit, form, function, manufacturability, and packaging requirements.
• Assist with design reviews, issue resolution, and documentation throughout the product development lifecycle.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

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

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

Job description

• Support the design and development of automotive lighting and lamp components using CATIA.
• Create and modify 3D models, assemblies, and engineering drawings for automotive lighting components.
• Assist with the design of headlamps, tail lamps, signal lamps, and other exterior/interior lighting components.
• Work with senior engineers and designers to develop components based on engineering requirements and specifications.
• Review designs for fit, form, function, manufacturability, and packaging requirements.
• Support design changes, revisions, and documentation throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, and supplier engineering teams.
• Assist with design reviews, issue resolution, and continuous improvement activities.
• Follow automotive engineering standards, design guidelines, and company processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Product Design, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in automotive design, mechanical design, or lighting/lamp design.
• 6+ months of relevant experience will also be considered.
• Hands-on experience with CATIA.
• Basic understanding of mechanical design and engineering principles.
• Exposure to automotive lighting, lamps, headlamps, tail lamps, or related components is preferred.
• Ability to understand engineering drawings, 3D models, and basic GD&T concepts.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.

Preferred Skills

• Automotive OEM or Tier-1 supplier experience.
• Experience with CATIA V5/V6.
• Knowledge of automotive exterior/interior components.
• Understanding of plastic components, injection molding, and basic DFM/DFA concepts.
• Experience with automotive packaging and component integration.
• Familiarity with engineering change processes and product development lifecycle.