Sr Engineer- Product

Oakley; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakley seeks a Senior Product Development Engineer to own the industrialization of new products, drive decisions and coordinate production readiness from concept to mass production.

You will lead cross‑functional teams, optimize materials and tooling, and apply Lean and Six Sigma methods to reduce NVA while maintaining quality and safety in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in engineering, product development or project management.
• Experience in injection-molded component design and processing.
• Knowledge of metal component manufacturing techniques.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, Kaizen, 6-Sigma, JIT, Set-up Reduction.
• Experience in FMEA, DFM and problem-solving methodologies.
• Proficient in CAD software: Solidworks/ProE/Rhino/Alias.
• Proficient in 2D drafting ANSI/ASME standards, GD&T.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, assembly, automation) and surface treatment techniques.
• Good communication skills and ability to interface with related departments.
• Ability to work on broad range of assignments with minimum supervision.
• Knowledge of data-driven decision processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical/technical development of new product models including design, material selection, tooling and PLM.
• Design high-complexity models to manage risk with contingency plans.
• Lead multiple projects and coordinate schedules in a fast-paced environment.
• Coach team members and provide technical guidance.
• Identify and implement quick improvement projects in product development.
• Lead NPI through sketch to mass production and continuous improvement projects.
• Communicate project status to management and other departments.
• Lead continuous improvement and cost-reduction programs.
• Propose innovative solutions and contribute to patents.
• Maintain safe, organized working environment and comply with procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with others.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Injection molding

Lean manufacturing

FMEA/DFM

CAD software

2D drafting & GD&T

Data-driven decisions

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SAP

DOE

CpK

MSA

Job description

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.

Oakley is part of EssilorLuxottica. Building on our legacy of innovative, market-leading optical technology, we manufacture and distribute high performance sunglasses, prescription lenses and frames, goggles, apparel, footwear, and accessories. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow, go further and achieve more.

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

Job Description

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

The Sr., Product Development Engineer is part of the entire development process, being especially responsible for the industrialization of the product by identifying business needs, driving technical decisions, analysing production capabilities and quality aspects of the product as well as being a technical reference for the team. In addition to that, lead continuous process improvement projects to reduce NVA activities within our product development processes.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing the mechanical/technical development of new product models including mechanical engineering, material selection, tool and process design, technical drawings, and PLM
• Design and develop high complexity models for managing uncertainty and risks by having contingency plans and driving the decision-making process
• Lead multiple projects, schedule coordination and tracking within a fast-paced product development environment
• Lead and/or coach other members of the team – Subject matter expert and provide technical reference
• Identify and implement quick improvement projects in the product development process
• Lead cross functional team through new product introduction process from sketch to mass production and Continuous Improvement projects.
• Communicate project status to department manager and applicable departments.
• Identify, propose and initiate continuous improvement and cost reduction programs
• Provide innovative solutions to overall industry challenges resulting in occasional patent grants
• Maintain a safe, organized and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Work effectively and collaboratively with others
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in engineering, product development or project management
• Demonstrated knowledge in Injection-molded component design and processing
• Knowledge of metal component manufacturing techniques
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, Kaizen, 6-Sigma, JIT, Set-up Reduction, etc
• Experience in FMEA, DFM and problem-solving methodologies
• Proficient in at least one CAD software package (Solidworks/ProE/Rhino/Alias)
• Proficient in 2D drafting ANSI/ASME standards, best practices, dimensioning & tolerancing, GD&T
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, assembly, automation) and general surface treatment techniques (painting, plating, pad-printing, etc.)
• Good communication skills and ability to interface with related departments
• Ability to work on broad range of assignments with minimum supervision
• Knowledge of system processes that ensure decisions are data driven

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred
• Previous project management experience
• Proficient in SAP and prior use of tools like DOE, CpK, MSA
• Understanding of product cost composition/structure
• Made in the USA manufacturing experience
• Photoshop/illustrator experience
• Previous consumer hard goods development/manufacturing experience
• Lean Manufacturing certification – Preferred
• Bilingual – English / Spanish / Italian

Pay Range: 120,658.00 - 165,052.60

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.