Mechanical Engineering Technician

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering Technician to join the Focal Point team in Chicago, IL.

Focal Point has an immediate opening for a Mechanical Engineering Technician to join our Product Development team!  This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the Engineering team, developing and supporting world-class luminaire designs.  This person will work as part of a highly collaborative multi-disciplinary team to bring new or 
enhanced products to market, along with providing a developmental opportunity to learn more about the systems and processes at Focal Point. In addition, the successful candidate will find that the opportunities to grow within Engineering are numerous.  

Responsibilities: 
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to bring architectural luminaires to market and improve existing products 
• Ownership of project deliverables, including design drawings, design review action items, supporting documentation, bill of materials, packaging, instruction sheets, etc. 
• Assist project teams with design, bill of material generation, CAD drawing modifications 
• Support production through training, communicating custom requirements, and troubleshooting 
• Assemble prototype designs and install mockups 
• Simultaneously support multiple projects 
• Collaborate with regulatory and field support teams as needed 
• Establish and maintain a cooperative relationship with all support functions 
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve engineering processes 

Competencies: 
• Ability to work with others in a team environment 
• Self-motivated and has a drive to continuously improve 
• Ability to recognize when assistance is needed and seek out appropriate help 
• Detail-oriented, with a desire to “roll up your sleeves” to help your team get the job done 
• Strong communication and organizational skills 
• Ability to learn, comprehend and apply new concepts 
• Customer-focused with a sense of urgency 
 

Requirements: 
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology or Associate’s degree in a technical program. 
• Working knowledge of 3D CAD software.  SolidWorks preferred. 
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel 
• Experience with hands-on prototyping 
• 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.