Mechanical Engineer

Location: Union City, CA, United States

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join the Lighting & Controls division in Union City, CA. 

 

Position Summary: An integral part of our team, you will support the engineering group in developing new solutions for next-generation light fixtures, as well as sustain the current product lines. You will also play an integral role in providing technical support as products are introduced to production. 

About Us

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.

Legrand's Lighting & Controls division combines high-performance architectural and specialty lighting with intuitive controls to create safe, comfortable, and energy-efficient spaces. Our integrated solutions simplify the design, installation, and management of the built environment while delivering exceptional user experiences, operational efficiency, and reliable performance at scale. The division includes the Finelite, Focal Point, Kenall, OCL, and Pinnacle lighting brands, along with the Wattstopper and Vantage controls and building management systems.

Legrand, North & Central America offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us.

Mechanical Engineer responsible for supporting the development of next-generation lighting products and sustaining existing product lines. Manages VAVE projects from design through production, including CAD modeling, BOM configuration, document control, and cross-functional coordination. Partners with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and project management teams to ensure manufacturability, reliability, and efficient production launches. Supports ECR/ECO processes, continuous product improvements, and production troubleshooting. Requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years of manufacturing or product design experience, preferably in lighting. Must be proficient with SolidWorks, MS Office, and effective in a fast-paced, global environment. Experience with sheet metal, plastics, CNC, 3D printing, and UL/ETL standards is a plus. Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills required.