LightArt Design Engineer

3 weeks ago

Seattle, United States LightArt Full time

LightArt started in Seattle, WA from humble beginnings in decorative lighting using hand formed resin to make high quality lighting utilizing unique materials to create large-scale one-of-a-kind lighting fixtures that evoke emotion. LightArt has continued to grow and transform into a leading architectural decorative lighting company by relying on its core principles and has pushed the boundaries of what is possible in lighting. LightArt believes that design should make our lives better. Leading with innovation, technology, and sustainability isn't just about manufacturing lighting products, it's about changing the way customers perceive what lighting can do.

LightArt is seeking a Mechanical Engineer or Industrial Designer for an immediate opening as a Design Engineer to join our Research & Development team. This role will develop innovative solutions to complex lighting fixture design problems. They will lead projects through the development process from concept through product launch. The candidate will conduct feasibility studies and produce materials necessary to validate designs and build prototypes. This person will apply technical knowledge and design sense to drive projects through a validation process with emphasis placed on creativity, problem solving, and the ability to achieve results on assigned projects.

Applicants should enjoy a hands-on approach and have design and manufacturing knowledge, preferably in the lighting industry. The candidate must be proficient in SolidWorks', basic knowledge of Revit, Sketchup, Rhino, Grasshopper, with experience in lighting, CSA, UL and solid-state lighting systems a plus. Our ideal candidate is passionate about their work and can communicate cross functionally with internal teams in different geographical locations. The candidate should be organized and can self-manage time and priorities. This position reports to the Director of Research and Development.

Responsibilities:

  • Apply creative thinking and analysis to develop unique, innovative new decorative lighting concepts with performance-based technology at their core.
  • Ownership of complete project deliverables, including design documentation, production documentation, sales tools, cost model, etc.
  • Support product manufacturing with training, work instructions, jigs/fixtures, and samples as the project stake holder.
  • Customer focused ensuring established deadlines are met.
  • Analyze risks and root out issues early in the design process, lead DFMA reviews.
  • Simultaneously support multiple projects in various phases of development
  • Comfortable with in person and remote interaction; this position will require scheduling meetings, interaction with project stakeholders, design team, manufacturing team, and marketing team.
  • Follow design methodologies and documentation procedures.
  • Interact with the manufacturing facilities to resolve part or assembly issues, deviation requests and bill of material errors.
  • Assist the team with any process improvement activities and related research.
  • Detail oriented, self-organized, self-motivated, self-directed, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Conduct tests and work with 3rd party testing to get the fixtures CSA/UL listed. Responsible for Quality Control of the lighting fixtures
Requirements
  • B.S. in mechanical engineering or another relevant field from an accredited program
  • 3+ years of experience in design development, preferably within the solid-state lighting industry
  • Expert user of SolidWorks with experience in PDM file management
  • Possess knowledge and understanding of manufacturing methods relating to part design for injection molding, CNC, casting, extrusion, sheet metal processing, and metal welding.
  • Knowledge of engineering fundamentals and the ability to interpret and apply GD&T
  • Ability to communicate verbally, in written form and through sketches, and engineering drawings.
  • Demonstrated success in ensuring cost reduction targets are achieved as outlined in the project scope.
  • Basic proficiency with shop tools, CNC, 3D printing equipment, and felt cutting equipment.
  • Must be detail oriented and strong in written and verbal communication requirement.


Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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