Note to applicants: This exciting opportunity, with a generous benefits package, is an in-office position with operational hours M-F between the hours of 8:00 am-5:00 pm. This position is full-time and on-site at our office in Valencia, CA
Who We Are
Sunco Lighting is one of the nation's top online lighting retailers, proudly headquartered in Valencia, California. With a dedicated team and a people-first culture, we have earned the trust of millions of customers by offering high-performance LED lighting solutions and exceptional service. As we grow, we're looking for passionate professionals to join us in lighting the way to a brighter future.
The Opportunity
We're seeking a Manager of Product Engineering with prior experience in the lighting industry to lead and evolve our engineering team. This is a high-impact, on-site role responsible for driving product innovation, quality, and cost optimization. You will play a pivotal part in shaping our product roadmap, improving reliability, and accelerating go-to-market efforts.
What You'll Do
Leadership & Strategy
- Lead and mentor a team of engineers in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
- Define engineering strategy aligned with company objectives and product vision.
- Manage team performance and project execution to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
Lighting Product Development
- Drive new product development efforts from concept to commercialization.
- Ensure products are designed with manufacturability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in mind.
- Remain up to date with lighting technologies, trends, and industry standards to guide development.
Product Quality Assurance
- Oversee rigorous product validation and testing processes to meet UL, DLC, Energy Star, and customer expectations.
- Implement quality control systems to continuously improve product performance and durability.
- Analyze data and customer feedback to identify areas for quality improvement.
Cost Optimization
- Lead value engineering and cost-down initiatives while maintaining product integrity.
- Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing to optimize production efficiency and material usage.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Product Management, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Experience to ensure successful product launches.
- Translate technical details into actionable insights for internal stakeholders.
Process Improvement
- Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for engineering excellence.
- Champion continuous improvement, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field); Master's degree preferred.
- 5+ years of product engineering experience within the lighting industry (required).
- Proven success in managing engineering teams and cross-functional projects.
- Strong understanding of LED technology, lighting certifications, and global compliance standards.
- Experience in product lifecycle management, from R&D through mass production.
- Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
Benefits & Perks
At Sunco, we pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our team members, our offering include:
·Comprehensive Health and Wellness Coverage: Enjoy peace of mind with our extensive health insurance plans, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage.
·401(k) with Company Match: Secure your financial future with our 401(k) plan, featuring a competitive company match to help you save for retirement.
·Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Take advantage of FSAs to manage out-of-pocket healthcare and dependent care expenses efficiently.
·Time Off Policy: We believe in the importance of work-life balance and provide a generous time off policy, including paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
·Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential counseling and support services for personal and professional challenges.
·Team Building Activities: Engage in weekly challenges, weekly Wellness Walks, regular team-building activities, and quarterly company outings to foster a strong sense of community.
Job Type: Full-time , Exempt
Compensation: Starting at $100,000 + (Depending on Experience)
DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to accurately reflect the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
Sunco Lighting Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and complies with Ban the Box laws, which prohibit us from inquiring about an applicant"s criminal history until after a conditional job offer has been made. We also prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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