**Job Description:** **Senior Design Engineer – Advanced Technology Development (Lighting)** The **Senior Design Engineer** plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of lighting. Leveraging deep engineering expertise and sharp project leadership, this individual explores, validates, and implements next-generation technologies that will power tomorrow’s lighting solutions. **What You'll Do** + Serve as the **technical lead and mechanical engineering authority** on mid-to-high complexity advanced technology development initiatives. + Identify, break down, and champion organizational capability building around **emerging lighting technologies** . + Apply expert knowledge of **manufacturing and tooling processes** to ensure part designs are production-ready and cost-effective. + Collaborate in the **supplier selection process** , providing critical input on qualification and risk. + Own and execute **validation plans** to assess feasibility and manufacturability of novel designs. + Review and refine part designs to ensure alignment with process capabilities and quality targets. + Define **test strategies** with minimal oversight, delivering insightful analysis that informs product direction. + Author **detailed testing reports** and lead internal lab evaluations independently. + Conduct and interpret **engineering analyses** using tools such as: + Design of Experiments (DOE) + Statistical Data Analysis + Finite Element Analysis (FEA) + Lead and manage the **Advanced Engineering mechanical team** , balancing deliverables, priorities, and resource planning. **What You Bring** + A **curious, innovation-first mindset** with a passion for problem-solving. + Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Mechanics (Master’s preferred). + 5+ years of **product design experience** in a fast-paced, engineering-driven environment. + Strong proficiency in **3D CAD tools** (SolidWorks, NX, or similar) and FEA software. + Proven ability to develop processes and evaluate design concepts analytically and statistically. + Robust mechanical intuition with a deep understanding of **materials, properties, and manufacturing processes** . + Experience with **electromechanical systems** and **LED lighting** technologies is a strong plus. + Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%. + A hands-on appreciation for **tools of the construction trades** is highly valued. _Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer._ Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you need to contact us regarding technical accessibility of our website call 443-391-1542. This number is only for technical accessibility issues, not general employment or job posting inquiries.