Director of Engineering–Zumtobel Lighting

Zumtobel Lighting  Inc.- Highland, NY (Greater New York City Area)

We are seeking a Director of Engineering to manage the new product development and sustaining engineering teams.  The NPD development will include all engineering deliverables from conception through product launch. The primary responsibilities include NPD specifications development, design (including DFMA), prototyping, testing, UL listing, pilot production run, manufacturing and field service support.  This position also includes interfacing with product managers, corporate engineering, sales and customers.

Desired Skills & Experience

  • Candidate must have BSME or BSEE. 
  • 10+ years management experience in engineering for NPD preferably in interior lighting fixture design and a portfolio of successful products.
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling ProEngineer or SolidWorks
  • Must know UL1598 requirements
  • Have worked in an ISO or 6 Sigma manufacturing environment
  • Stage Gate product development and or PMP certification is a plus

Company Description

Zumtobel Lighting, Inc. offers a complete line of downlights, linear fluorescent and LED systems and is located in Highland, N.Y.   ZLI is a division of Zumtobel Group AG based in Dornbirn, Austria.

Benefits

ZLI offers a competitive salary, generous benefits package, PTO, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.  Zumtobel Lighti and i EOE

Veteran Commitment: ZLI commits to hiring returning veterans.

Qualified candidates please forward your resume with a cover letter and salary requirements to: [email protected]. Reference the position in the subject line of your e-mail (Director of Engineering).

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