Design Engineer III - Lighting

Are you an experienced Design Engineer with a strong background in automotive lighting? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and enjoy technical challenges? This opportunity offers a rewarding career path for a Design Engineer III specializing in lighting systems.

This position supports a tier‑one automotive supplier specializing in the design and production of lighting equipment, accessories, and electronic components. The organization operates a full‑service engineering and manufacturing facility with capabilities in lighting design, mold construction, production engineering, quality, assembly, sales, and customer support.

• Demonstrate strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills
• Deliver clear and confident technical presentations
• Maintain exceptional attention to detail
• Apply critical thinking and problem‑solving skills
• Work effectively both independently and in cross‑functional teams

• Coordinate design projects to develop high‑quality, cost‑effective automotive lighting products that meet government regulations and customer expectations
• Design and layout forward and rear automotive lighting systems according to customer specifications
• Perform DFMEA, DRBFM, and FTA analyses and lead part design reviews
• Confirm design intent through mock‑up evaluations and tooled part reviews
• Create and maintain 2D/3D drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) within a PLM system
• Minimize production‑related issues by ensuring robust design practices
• Communicate technical and project‑related information effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Design Engineers I and II
• Ensure compliance with ISO requirements for the product development process

• Pay: $90,000 – $110,000
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Additional benefits available
• Visa Sponsorship:
  No
• Relocation Assistance:
  No
• Remote:
  No

• Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 4+ years of automotive lighting design experience (forward or rear lamps)
• 4+ years of experience with CATIA V5
• Experience with plastic injection molding or die mold construction
• Experience working directly with Automotive OEMs
• Strong understanding of FMVSS 108 and global lighting regulations
• Understanding of electrical circuits, LED operation, thermal management, and structural design
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Demonstrated communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Preferred:
• Experience with ANSYS SPEOS and Lucid Shape
• CATIA V5/V6 experience in solids, surfacing, assemblies, and drafting
• Injection‑molded plastic part design experience
• Experience with OEM development processes

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs as needed
• Primarily office‑based (8 hours per day)
• Manufacturing or lab environment exposure (1–2 hours per week)
• Occasional overnight travel to customer sites, remote locations, overseas facilities, or training centers
• Overtime (planned or unplanned) may be required to meet project deadlines
• Work may be split between desk responsibilities and hands‑on lab validation and testing

• Exposure to moving or mechanical parts
• Moderate noise levels in certain plant areas (hearing protection required where designated)

Location:

London, OH