Mechanical Design Engineer

Position Description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Data Center Power & Control Division Team in Reno, NV.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will work closely with design and manufacturing teams to develop, test and finalize product documentation and bill of material (BOM) for existing and newly developed products using CAD and product lifecycle management (PLM) software.

This position will support sustaining engineering functions creating engineering change orders (ECO) and reviewing documentation and BOMs for completeness and accuracy.

What Will You Do?

• Design sheet metal enclosures around electromechanical assemblies using CAD software and applying DFM principles.
• Using CAD and PLM software, create, review and release design drawings ranging from sheet metal fabrication, product assembly, cabling / wiring, and part specification.
• Within the PLM system, create, modify, and review finished good BOMs.
• Generate product subassembly BOMs and documentation packages that will be used for prototyping, testing, and product release.
• Execute ECO on first article and production parts. Change orders will consist of BOMs and design drawing updates.
• Research and resolve issues associated to PLM and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) databases.
• Assist with designing and testing manufacturing fixtures to ease product assembly.
• Assist with developing document methods for process improvement, control and accuracy.
• Perform all tasks in a timely manner and proactively communicate schedule changes with peers and mangers.
• Promote positive company user relations by projecting a courteous, helpful attitude and assisting employees when appropriate.
• Display original thinking and creativity; Meet challenges with resourcefulness; Generate suggestions for improving work;

Develop innovative approaches and ideas.

Display willingness to make decisions; Exhibit sound and accurate judgment; Support and explain reasoning for decisions;

Include appropriate people in decision-making process (specifically Department Managers); Make timely decisions.

Qualifications

Required Skills

Education :

Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University with emphasis in Engineering or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience :

Entry Level Position.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

• Experience with product design using CAD. Autodesk Suite (Inventor, Vault, and AutoCad) experience a plus.
• Experience with executing Engineering Change Orders and understands document revision processes a plus.
• Experience with mechanical product testing and reporting.
• Knowledge of mechanical drawing standards.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to provide information across multiple groups in the Company including Engineering, Marketing, and Sales.
• Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to work independently.
• Project management skills including planning, organizing, meeting facilitation and coordinating tasks.
• Computer proficient with knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word / Excel / Outlook). Advanced Excel experience, including formulas and macros is a plus.

Company Info

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.

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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.

Equal Opportunity Employer