Sustaining Product Engineer E1 – Architectural Lighting

Nulite Lighting, LLC; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package included

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Nulite Lighting, LLC in Denver is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to support existing product design for our architectural lighting solutions. You will design fixtures and components, update BOMs, and document processes to maximize efficiency in a fast-growing manufacturing environment.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree or equivalent experience, with 2+ years in related design work. Proficiency in SolidWorks and exposure to manufacturing processes like extrusion, die casting,

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering degree or 2+ years of related design experience.
• Experience with SolidWorks and drawing interpretation.
• Exposure to lighting systems and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to complete tasks and project schedules.
• Redesign for cost savings, DFMA and ease of installation.
• Prototype and test existing products; develop new processes and BOMs.

Skills

SolidWorks

3D printing

Pneumatic design

Electronics design

Documentation management

Education

Mechanical engineering degree

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AGi32

DIALux

PDM/PLM

Job description

E1 - Hourly or Salary Range: $65,000 - $90,000

Schedule: Full-time, 5% possible travel and 100% on site (Monday-Friday, Saturday and Sunday may be required)

Benefits: Full benefits package included

About Nulite Lighting:

Nulite Lighting is a fast-growing, Denver-based manufacturer of high-performance architectural lighting solutions tailored for commercial and institutional environments. Renowned for our innovative product lines and commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on an energetic, collaborative culture that values creativity, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. As we expand to meet the demands of a growing customer base, we are looking for a dynamic and skilled Senior Design Engineer to help shape the future of architectural lighting.

Position Summary:

This role is to support existing product design for a leading lighting manufacturer. Functions and responsibilities include but are not limited fixture design, component design, updating BOMs, implementing updates to existing components, electronic and mechanical design, documenting processes, and collecting data. Documentation of process to maximize efficiency. Maintaining clean area. All duties and responsibilities are to ensure meeting customer expectations while adhering to safety policies and maintaining quality objectives. Skill-based training will be provided.

Essential Functions:

Collaborate with the cross functional teams and manager to complete assigned tasks/jobs project schedule. Product redesign for cost savings, DFMA and ease of installation. Prototyping and testing for existing products. Develop and document new processes including drawings, BOMs. Resolve problems with the Manager that will negatively impact projects or elevate the problem in a timely fashion if they cannot resolve it themselves. Contribute to the company’s product roadmap through innovation using market trends, customer needs, and emerging technologies in lighting and materials. Report problems or concerns related to quality, processes, equipment, material, labor and safety to the Manager. Comply with all applicable Safety and Quality Management System policies and procedures. Identify and support continuous improvement efforts with the Manager. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise:

Education/Experience: Mechanical engineering degree or associate's degree or mechanical experience in lieu of degree. 2 years or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Exposure to lighting systems, extrusions, sheet metal design, optics, and thermal management. Exposure to manufacturing processes including die casting, extrusion, stamping, and injection molding. Experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred). Exposure to managing engineering documentation and workflows in a PDM/PLM environment. Experience with lighting simulation tools (e.g., AGi32, DIALux) is a plus, Familiarity with UL standards and lighting certification processes is a plus, and Exposure to Lean Product Development or Agile methodologies is plus.

Language Skills: Must be able to effectively communicate with staff, peers and management.

Technical Skills: Familiar with SolidWorks, 3D printing software and equipment, Microsoft products including Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook. Experience with PLC programming a plus, pneumatic and electronics design is a plus. Review and interpret drawings for dimensions and tolerances. Using inspection equipment to verify drawing dimensions.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables. The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

Other Skills and Abilities: Excellent service orientation and excellent communication and service skills a must. Good mechanical aptitude. Ability to work well with others and follow task driven directions

Physical Demands:

Seeing - Must be able to see well enough to read reports and use a computer.

Hearing - Must be able to hear well enough to communicate on the phone and in person.

Standing/Walking/Mobility - Occasional will be required to stand to operate equipment and work in shop environment for process verification and trouble shooting.

Sit - Regularly required to sit.

Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling - Must be able to stoop and kneel for short periods of time.

Lifting - Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Fingering/Grasping/Feeling - Must be able to write and type.

Environmental Conditions:

The noise level in the work environment ranges from loud to quiet.

Work environment is indoors.

Why Join Nulite Lighting?

High-impact role at a company poised for aggressive growth and innovation. Tight-knit team environment fostering creativity and respect. Opportunities for career advancement and professional development. Competitive salary and comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.

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