Mechanical Layout Engineer

Mechanical Layout Engineer
Location: Woburn, MA

About Us:

3LED Group is a vertically integrated lighting and photonics company with brands including Fusion Optix, LEDdynamics, Prolume Lighting, Xico Lighting, and FlexGrid Systems. We design and manufacture advanced LED lighting systems, optics, and architectural products for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications.

We are growing rapidly and are seeking a highly organized, technically capable, and fast-moving Mechanical Layout Engineer to support our sales and customer support team.

Position Overview:

This role sits at the intersection of sales, engineering, and operations. The Mechanical Layout Engineer will create customer layouts, shop drawings, and technical documentation to support quotations, approvals, and production. This person will also help develop reusable CAD libraries, templates, and rules-based systems to improve speed, consistency, and scalability across the organization.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys both technical problem-solving and fast-paced customer-facing project work.

Responsibilities:

• Create shop drawings, layouts, and technical documentation for customer projects.
• Support the quotation process by rapidly developing layouts and example configurations.
• Coordinate drawing revisions, approvals, and customer change requests.
• Translate customer requirements into manufacturable solutions.
• Work closely with sales, customer support, engineering, and production teams.
• Develop reusable CAD libraries, templates, and modular assemblies.
• Help establish rules-based configuration standards and workflow improvements.
• Assist with BOM development and production documentation.
• Maintain organized revision control and project documentation.
• Contribute to ongoing process improvement and drawing automation initiatives.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical layout, CAD design, drafting, or related technical roles.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assemblies, dimensions, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Comfortable working directly with internal teams and customers.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving ability.
• Experience with configurable or modular product systems is a plus.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, PDM systems, or CAD automation tools is a plus.

What We’re Looking For:

We are looking for someone who is:

• Highly organized.
• Technically strong.
• Responsive and collaborative.
• Comfortable handling multiple projects.
• Motivated to help build scalable systems and processes.
• The ideal candidate enjoys creating order from complexity and takes pride in delivering high-quality work quickly and efficiently.

Why Join 3LED Group:

• Work across multiple innovative lighting and technology brands.
• Be part of a collaborative and fast-growing organization.
• Opportunity to help shape scalable systems and processes.
• Exposure to product development, manufacturing, and customer-facing technical work.
• Career growth opportunities within engineering, product management, and commercial operations.

Compensation:

• Base salary of approximately $70,000 - $80,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

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!