Industrial Engineering Technician

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for an Industrial Engineering Technician to join the Focal Point Team in Chicago, IL.

Focal Point has an immediate opening for an Industrial Engineering Technician on our Product Development team! The role will be hands-on and dynamic day to day with a focus on enabling quick design decisions for product development activities and production support. This individual will assist the organization by designing and developing manufacturing workstations, assisting in implementation of jigs/fixtures and training on new processes, and supporting the assigned manufacturing department in on-going product support. He/she will aid the Product Development process by training the Assembly, Paint, and Fabrication departments on the production processes, handling, and storage for new products and parts. This position will work in a highly collaborative and cross-functional environment while being efficient and quality driven. Business and work hours are 8:00am-5:00pm with flexibility for overtime, as needed.

• Support the launch of new and updated products by owning new product development and engineering 
change activities related to production, including the setup of manufacturing work areas, creation of jigs 
and fixtures, and training operators 
• Work with Industrial Engineering and Operations teams to determine and implement production processes 
for new products and engineering changes and create work instructions 
• Assist in the validation of new and updated product designs by creating mockups and test samples, 
coordinating prototype and pilot builds, and collecting production feedback 
• Facilitate manufacturing systems setup by performing time studies and creating production routings 
• Investigate and scope requirements for engineering changes and manufacturing issues 
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvements and drive communication between the teams involved 
in product designs and launches 

Competencies: 
• Safety-focused with a strong sense of awareness for safety practices  
• Strong communication and organizational skills to complete work on time with a high level of quality 
• Detail-oriented and confident to point out opportunities to improve across all teams encountered. 
• Team player – able to work with a highly cross-functional range of teams and has a desire to “roll up your 
sleeves” to help the team get the job done. 
• Internal customer focused with a strong sense of urgency 
• Ability to adapt to new situations and quickly learn new processes and technologies 
• Self-motivated with a drive to continuously improve 
 

Qualifications: 
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering 
Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or equivalent from a technical school  
• Proficient with hand tools and can demonstrate practical experience through past work or academic projects 
• Basic knowledge of 3D CAD software.  SolidWorks preferred 
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel 
• Experience with Assembly processes 
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles preferred 
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, preferred but not required 
• Salary Range: $45,000 - $55,000 starting base plus bonus. This position is also eligible for overtime 
• Summary of Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Disability, Parental Leave, 401K w/ company match

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.