Project Design Engineer II

Legrand; West Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Legrand in West Hartford, CT is seeking a Project Design Engineer II to translate customer requirements into production-ready designs from review through release.

You will develop layouts using AutoCAD and SolidWorks, apply NEC and UL standards, and collaborate across functions to balance cost, schedule, and manufacturability while driving process improvements and documentation control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related field.
• 3 to 5 years of project design/engineering experience.
• Experience with engineered-to-order or project-based products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and review project documentation, submittals, drawings, and manufacturing docs.
• Apply NEC/UL/compliance knowledge to design solutions balancing customer needs, cost, and manufacturability.
• Provide technical support and maintain project status and documentation in systems.
• Participate in process improvement to streamline workflows and automate repeatable tasks.

Skills

AutoCAD drafting

SolidWorks

Reading drawings

Electrical fundamentals

Documentation control

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

West Hartford, CT, United States (Hybride)

Job Info

• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations West Hartford, CT, United States (Hybride)
• Marque Legrand
• Job Category Product Development & Engineering

Job Description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Project Design Engineer II to join the Electrical Infrastructure division in West Hartford, CT. The Project Design Engineer II translates customer requirements into accurate, compliant, production-ready designs from technical review through manufacturing release. Combining product expertise, CAD design, documentation control, problem-solving, and cross-functional coordination, the role connects customers and internal teams from project opportunity through installation.

Responsibilities

What Will You Do?

Project Design

• Review project documentation to verify scope and address gaps or conflicts.
• Prepare accurate submittals, production drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Develop project layouts and custom details using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and related custom tools.

Compliance and Optimization

• Apply knowledge of product listings, NEC requirements, UL standards, and manufacturing capabilities to design solutions.
• Balance customer needs, compliance, manufacturability, cost, schedule, and standardization.
• Support Engineering Change Orders and maintain current manufacturing documentation.

Technical Support

• Provide technical support to internal and external customers.
• Maintain accurate project status, milestones, deliverables, and documentation in designated systems.
• Limited travel to job sites or facilities may be required to provide technical support.

Process Improvement

• Participate in team ideation and collaborative efforts to streamline workflows, reduce rework, and identify opportunities to automate repeatable tasks using approved digital and AI tools.
• Contribute ideas and collaborate with the team on initiatives that improve products, processes, quality, capabilities, and the customer experience.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

• Ensure the quality, completeness, and timely delivery of assigned design work.
• Proactively communicate project status, outstanding requirements, risks, and schedule impacts.
• Apply expertise in products, NEC requirements, UL listings, and manufacturing to deliver practical customer solutions.
• Collaborate across functions to support efficient, consistent, and reliable execution for customers.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, engineering technology, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in project design, application engineering, product engineering, construction documentation, or a related technical industry.
• Experience supporting engineered-to-order, configured, or project-based products is preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES

• Strong AutoCAD drafting and system-layout skills; SolidWorks or comparable 3D modeling experience.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, electrical, mechanical, casework, and construction drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of electrical principles, applicable NEC requirements, UL listings, and product application constraints.
• Ability to prepare and reconcile takeoffs, bills of material, submittals, production packages, and installation documentation.
• Strong technical judgment, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and commitment to first-pass quality.
• Clear written and verbal communication, including the ability to explain technical issues to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, establish priorities, meet commitments, and raise risks early.
• Ability to work effectively across functions and locations while maintaining clear ownership and follow-through.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and willingness to learn Salesforce, project management, reporting, automation, and AI-enabled tools used by Project Services.
• Customer-focused approach, with the ability to balance urgency, accuracy, compliance, and practical execution.

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.

Bridging power from sources to pathways to touchpoints, Legrand’s Electrical Infrastructure division combines innovation and quality to provide leading solutions for an evolving energy landscape. Our expertly designed products enable customers to confidently address the complex needs and challenges of electrification, while enhancing everyday experiences like plugging in, switching on, and staying connected. Committed to best-in-class service at every stage, we act as a trusted partner for our customers to ensure each project’s success and their continued satisfaction. Legrand's Electrical Infrastructure division includes the following brands and product lines: Girtz, Avtron, Power Bus Way, Cablofil, Connectrac, Wiremold and Pass & Seymour.

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.