Mechanical Engineer II

Location

Hickory, NC | United States

Job description

At a Glance

Legrand  has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer II to join the Data Power and Control Division in Hickory, NC.

The Mechanical Engineer II is responsible for the design and implementation of opto-mechanical components and assemblies, including product test validation, for new products, product enhancements, and VAVE/cost savings. Works individually or as part of a design team to develop, evaluate, and validate product designs and specifications. Also conducts design reviews, validates and approves documentation packages, preproduction builds, and production transfers.

Provides mentor guidance and support to engineering team members across disciplines.

Main Job Duties:

• Provide direction and project management for opto-mechanical design and test validation efforts. Work closely with Product Marketing, Manufacturing, and other Engineering personnel during product conceptualization phases and throughout the project phases.
• Work closely with Project Management to schedule, track, and maintain up-to-date project schedules and milestone due-date requirements.
• Provide maintenance of existing opto-mechanical products and documentation (design improvements, VAVE cost savings, etc.) and product databases through the Engineering Change process.
• Coordinate internal rapid prototyping and production validation requirements using internal prototyping.
• Coordinate with the internal Tooling Manager and Outside Design supplier.
• Provide detailed test report summaries and analysis for all product test validation requirements.
• Design and develop optomechanical systems and customized solutions, utilizing various methods such as injection molding, metal forming, casting, and extrusion processes.
• Utilize 2D and 3D SolidWorks CAD systems to perform detailed design analysis, including kinematic and kinetic, structural, thermal, and finite element analysis methods.
• Provide mechanical materials and tooling DFMA cost studies. Work with appropriate vendors to develop cost-effective realization of design.
• Work with Product Management to develop technical Product Requirements specifications and quality assurance protocols.
• Initiate, lead, and participate in cross-functional opto-mechanical design reviews with other engineering, manufacturing, and marketing personnel.
• Perform other similar and related duties as required.

Education : BS in Mechanical Engineering

Experience : 2-4 years related work experience. Two years minimum design experience in mechanical design and/or electro-mechanical systems required. Leadership and project management skills and experience required. Some manufacturing experience is desired.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities :

Extensive experience with SolidWorks 2D/3D modeling software required

• 2+ years of optomechanical system design experience
• Enterprise PDM knowledge
• SolidWorks Professional Mechanical Design proficiency
• Product compliance and Environmental Process knowledge
• Utilization of DFMA tools to reduce product complexity and cost

Experience with device-level physical packaging & production processes

• Materials design (Plastic, metals, composites)
• Manufacturing Process knowledge
• PCB fabrication
• MIG & TIG welding
• Powdercoat paint processes
• IMD, IML, screen-print, pad-print decorative techniques
• Anodize and Electrolysis-coating processes

Preferred knowledge and/or experience with product engineering requirements

• Experience and expertise with fiber optic product design and related standards for domestic and international markets, with an emphasis on fiber optic connector design
• Knowledge in fiber optics and relevant metrologies, such as insertion loss, return loss, and end face geometry interferometric measurements
• Familiarity with TIA, IEC, ISO/OEC, & IEEE standards related to fiber optics, fiber connectivities, and other relevant fields
• Engineering documentation, BOM, material management & outsource management
• Mold flow and tool design
• Tolerance stack-up analysis
• Knowledge of GD&T
• Structural FEM/FEA methods and procedures
• Engineering ECN process implementation
• Knowledge in product production (prototype to production transition, production test plan, DFMA)
• Knowledge of product quality and reliability (environmental test, stress test, etc.)
• Familiar with mechanical test and measurement systems (Vision measurement, force)
• General knowledge of product safety, sustainability, and other regulatory requirements (UL, CE, RoHS)
• ISO-9001 documentation principles
• Sustainability & Eco-Design principles
• 3d print technology familiarity
• Color theory
• Rendering design experience a plus

Must have strong computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Office word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software, e-mail and meeting management software. Ability to use the internet and web-based resources efficiently and effectively.

Requires strong organizational and time management skills, close attention to detail and be-able-to effectively handle multiple priorities. Must possess excellent project management skills, including demonstrated ability to develop and manage to a project plan, establish priorities, work to deadlines, and control a number of projects at various stages of work.

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. Must be an effective listener, able to extract necessary information and validate understanding of the information.

Must have strong scientific analytical skills and proven ability to efficiently research and summarize information in an effective manner and make recommendations based upon analysis.

Must be highly collaborative and able to work in a team-based environment. Fosters open communication and support an environment of innovation and creative change.

Willing to travel as necessary (per LNCA COVID-19 Travel Policy).

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext ( Legrand SA EPA: LR ) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting. We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity. For more information, visit 

About Legrand’s Data Center Power and Control Division

The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand’s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development. 

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