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Sr Engineer- Product

EssilorLuxottica


Job Location:

Oakley, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 17 September 2026 (14 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 15 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Requisition ID:945089
Position:Full-Time
Shift:
Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive Information

If youve worn a pair of glasses weve already met.

We are a global leader in the design manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses frames and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand with Varilux Crizal Eyezen Stellest and Transitions iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban Oakley Persol and Oliver Peoples as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut LensCrafters and Target Optical and leading e-commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed efficiency and proximity the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription our dynamic environment fueled by technology and innovation our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.

Oakley is part of EssilorLuxottica. Building on our legacy of innovative market-leading optical technology we manufacture and distribute high performance sunglasses prescription lenses and frames goggles apparel footwear and accessories. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow go further and achieve more.

Join our global community of over 200000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

The Sr. Product Development Engineer is part of the entire development process being especially responsible for the industrialization of the product by identifying business needs driving technical decisions analyzing production capabilities and quality aspects of the product as well as being a technical reference for the addition to that lead continuous process improvement projects to reduce NVA activities within our product development processes.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for developing the mechanical/technical development of new product models including mechanical engineering material selection tool and process design technical drawings and PLM
  • Design and develop high complexity models for managing uncertainty and risks by having contingency plans and driving the decision-making process
  • Lead multiple projects schedule coordination and tracking within a fast-paced product development environment
  • Lead and/or coach other members of the team Subject matter expert and provide technical reference
  • Identify and implement quick improvement projects in the product development process
  • Lead cross functional team through new product introduction process from sketch to mass production and Continuous Improvement projects.
  • Communicate project status to department manager and applicable departments.
  • Identify propose and initiate continuous improvement and cost reduction programs
  • Provide innovative solutions to overall industry challenges resulting in occasional patent grants
  • Maintain a safe organized and clean working environment by complying with procedures rules and regulations
  • Work effectively and collaboratively with others
  • Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical Industrial Manufacturing Engineering or related field
  • 5 years of experience in engineering product development or project management
  • Demonstrated knowledge in Injection-molded component design and processing
  • Knowledge of metal component manufacturing techniques
  • Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles Kaizen 6-Sigma JIT Set-up Reduction etc
  • Experience in FMEA DFM and problem-solving methodologies
  • Proficient in at least one CAD software package (Solidworks/ProE/Rhino/Alias)
  • Proficient in 2D drafting ANSI/ASME standards best practices dimensioning & tolerancing GD&T
  • Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding assembly automation) and general surface treatment techniques (painting plating pad-printing etc.)
  • Good communication skills and ability to interface with related departments
  • Ability to work on broad range of assignments with minimum supervision
  • Knowledge of system processes that ensure decisions are data driven

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Masters degree preferred
  • Previous project management experience
  • Proficient in SAP and prior use of tools like DOE CpK MSA
  • Understanding of product cost composition/structure
  • Made in the USA manufacturing experience
  • Photoshop/illustrator experience
  • Previous consumer hard goods development/manufacturing experience
  • Lean Manufacturing certification Preferred
  • Bilingual English / Spanish / Italian

Pay Range:120658.00-165052.60

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our pay is determined by multiple factors including geography experience qualifications skills and local minimum wage addition you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care retirement savings paid time off/vacation and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at (be sure to provide your name job id number and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color gender national origin social origin social condition being perceived as a victim of domestic violence sexual aggression or stalking religion age disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression citizenship ancestry veteran or military status marital status pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave) genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.


Required Experience:

Senior IC