Mechanical Engineer (NPD)

Legrand; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Legrand is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II for the Lighting & Controls division in Denver, CO. You will develop high-quality luminaire designs from concept through production and create configurable product families that balance performance, cost, and ease of assembly.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, leverage SolidWorks, and contribute to safety, quality, and DFMA initiatives while thriving in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Proficient in Solidworks and mechanical design; proficient in Microsoft office suite.
• Team player mentality with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Highly motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of project management and stage gate methodologies.
• Working knowledge of DFMA.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and developing products using CAD and engineering drawings.
• Support improvements to existing products and custom solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, product management, and cross-functional teams.
• Participate in brainstorming and problem-solving sessions.
• Analyze design changes and support engineering evaluations.
• Follow all safety and compliance standards.
• Support special projects as assigned to meet business needs.
• Analyze historical engineering data to identify design trends and opportunities.
• Create technical communication assets (drawings, renderings, portfolios).
• Work directly with engineers, marketing, and product teams on real deliverables.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

At a Glance

Job Description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer II to join the Lighting & Controls division in Denver, CO. The Mechanical Engineer II will develop high-quality market differentiated luminaire designs. This individual will be responsible for new product development from concept through production and must be able to design highly configurable product families that are uncompromising in quality and performance yet cost effective and simple to assemble, install, and maintain.

Responsibilities

What Will You Do?

• Assist in designing and developing products using tools like CAD and engineering drawings
• Support improvements to existing products and custom solutions
• Collaborate with engineering, product management, and cross-functional teams
• Participate in brainstorming and problem-solving sessions
• Analyze design changes and support engineering evaluations
• Follow all safety and compliance standards
• Support special projects as assigned to meet business needs
• Analyze historical engineering data to identify design trends and opportunities
• Create technical communication assets (drawings, renderings, portfolios)
• Work directly with engineers, marketing, and product teams on real deliverables

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Proficient in Solidworks and mechanical design; proficient in Microsoft office suite
• Team player mentality with excellent communication and organizational skills
• Highly motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of project management and stage gate methodologies
• Working knowledge of DFMA

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's Lighting & Controls division combines high-performance architectural and specialty lighting with intuitive controls to create safe, comfortable, and energy-efficient spaces. Our integrated solutions simplify the design, installation, and management of the built environment while delivering exceptional user experiences, operational efficiency, and reliable performance at scale. The division includes the Finelite, Focal Point, Kenall, OCL, and Pinnacle lighting brands, along with the Wattstopper and Vantage controls and building management systems. 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.