Product Systems & Mechanical Design Engineer
Woburn, Massachusetts•Full-time
About the Job
Product Systems & Mechanical Design Engineer
About Us
3LED Group is a vertically integrated lighting and photonics company with brands including Xico Lighting, Prolume Lighting, Fusion Optix, LEDSupply, and LEDdynamics. We design, manufacture, and deliver innovative lighting solutions for architectural, commercial, and specialty applications.
We are seeking a Product Systems & Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing team. This role combines mechanical product design, engineering documentation, product data management, and automation. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping how products are designed, documented, manufactured, and delivered while helping build the next generation of engineering systems and AI-driven workflows.
Job Summary
The Product Systems & Mechanical Design Engineer will own the creation and maintenance of engineering documentation, BOMs, product structures, and CAD data across our product portfolio. This individual will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and operations teams to support existing products while helping develop scalable systems for future growth.
This is not a traditional drafting position. We are looking for someone who wants to help build the digital foundation of a modern product company through automation, configuration tools, and AI-enabled engineering processes.
Responsibilities
Product Design & Engineering
- Design and develop lighting products, assemblies, and components.
- Create and maintain detailed 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings.
- Support new product development from concept through production.
- Apply design-for-manufacturing and design-for-assembly principles.
- Collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve product quality and efficiency.
Engineering Documentation
- Create and maintain:
- Shop drawings
- Assembly instructions
- Installation guides
- Manufacturing documentation
- Product specifications
- Ensure documentation accuracy and revision control.
- Establish and maintain engineering standards across product families.
BOM & Product Data Management
- Own engineering BOM creation and maintenance.
- Maintain product structures, part numbering systems, and revision control.
- Ensure data integrity within PDM and ERP systems.
- Support engineering change management processes.
Automation & Digital Engineering
- Develop and improve rules-based product configuration systems.
- Identify opportunities to automate repetitive engineering tasks.
- Support integration between CAD, PDM, ERP, and customer-facing systems.
- Participate in the implementation of AI tools and engineering automation initiatives.
Product Platform Development
- Support the expansion of Xico and Prolume product offerings.
- Help create scalable product architectures that support multiple brands.
- Contribute to improving customer experience through better product information and documentation.
- Participate in new brand and product launch initiatives.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of mechanical design and product development experience.
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software.
- Experience creating manufacturing drawings and technical documentation.
- Strong understanding of BOM management and product structures.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience with SolidWorks PDM or similar systems.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and assembly operations.
- Experience with configurable products or product families.
- Familiarity with CAD automation, scripting, or engineering software development.
- Experience integrating engineering systems with ERP platforms.
- Architectural lighting or LED product experience.
What Success Looks Like
Within your first year, you will:
- Improve consistency and quality of engineering documentation.
- Establish strong BOM and product data governance.
- Help reduce manual engineering effort through automation.
- Support new product introductions and portfolio expansion.
- Build the foundation for AI-assisted engineering workflows and scalable product configuration systems.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Opportunity to help shape the future of a growing technology and manufacturing company.
Location
Preferred: On-site or hybrid.
Relocation assistance may be available for exceptional candidates.
Apply
If you are passionate about product design, engineering systems, automation, and building scalable solutions, we would like to hear from you.
About 3LED Inc.
We believe that Bright Minds Make Light Work™. Since 2003, our team of innovators, engineers, and creators has been revolutionizing the way the world experiences light. From our headquarters in Woburn, MA, we design, develop, and manufacture cutting-edge LED components and modules that power lighting solutions in homes, businesses, and critical industries like science, medicine, aerospace, and the military.Our mantra, Bright Minds™, reflects our commitment to fostering a culture of ingenuity, collaboration, and excellence. We are more than a workplace—we're a team of diverse, driven individuals united by a passion for innovation and an unrelenting focus on delivering exceptional results. We value growth and celebrate our people. By promoting from within and rewarding outstanding work, team contributions, and commitment, ensures that talent and dedication never go unnoticed.Our compensation and benefits are crafted to attract and retain the best. In addition to competitive base salaries, we offer quarterly bonuses, profit-sharing opportunities, and a robust benefits package, including: a group wide Fidelity 401(k) plan with a generous 6% company match. The Gradifi program, helping employees pay off student loans or save for their children’s education.Comprehensive healthcare, dental, life, and disability coverage—with 100% of premiums covered for individuals.We are proud to be recognized as a leader in innovation and growth. We’ve been named one of Red Herring's Top 100 Most Innovative Companies in the Americas and featured in Inc. Magazine's list of fastest-growing manufacturing companies in the U.S.. Our patented technologies are trusted by some of the world’s most iconic brands and can be found in over 40 countries worldwide. If you’re ready to bring your Bright Mind™ to a team that’s transforming the lighting industry, we want to hear from you!