• Engineering Leadership Development Program

    Legrand NA (West Hartford, CT)


    Position Description

    At a Glance

     

    Legrand has an exciting new opportunity for entry level professionals to participate in our Engineering Leadership Development Program. This program is a three-year development experience designed for early-career engineers who aspire to become future leaders. Participants will completetwo 18-month rotationsat different company locations and within different divisions, gaining exposure to diverse products, teams, and business environments.

     

    Associates will work in eitherMechanical EngineeringorFirmware Engineering. Within each rotation, participants will spend focused time inTest Engineering, New Product Development, and Project Management, building a well-rounded perspective of the engineering lifecycle. Upon successful completion of the program, the associate will be offered a permanent role in their Engineering discipline at any Legrand location.The associate must be mobile to move to any location within the US. Relocation assistance will be provided for each move.

     

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    Test Engineering

     

    + Set up and execute tests to verify product functionality, safety, and compliance.

    + Analyze and document test data; summarize findings for the engineering team.

    + Troubleshoot and recommend solutions for product issues discovered during testing.

    + Support continuous improvement of test procedures and equipment.

     

    New Product Development

     

    + Collaborate with senior engineers to design and prototype new products.

    + Create and update technical documentation such as CAD models, schematics, or source code.

    + Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback into product iterations.

    + Assist in validation builds and track engineering change requests.

     

    Project Management

     

    + Track project timelines, deliverables, and key milestones using project management tools.

    + Coordinate cross-functional team meetings and prepare status updates.

    + Document risks, issues, and lessons learned to improve future projects.

    + Present progress and results to rotation leaders and program sponsors.

    Program-Wide Responsibilities

    + Engage in cohort-based technical training and professional development sessions.

    + Technical Training: Join your cohort members to learn about Legrand-wide processes such as DFMA, NPD tollgate, CSR, and financials/budgeting

    + Professional Development: Join our other Leadership Development Programs for workshops on topics such as Emotional Intelligence, Business Writing, and Presentation Skills

    + Participate in mentorship meetings and networking events with company leaders.

    + Prepare and deliver end-of-rotation presentations highlighting key contributions and learnings.

    + Actively seek opportunities to improve processes, products, and team collaboration.

    Qualifications

    Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Computer, or related discipline)

     

    Experience: Previous internship or co-op experience a plus, but not requiredSkills/Knowledge/Abilities

     

    + Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities.

    + Good written and verbal communications skills to multiple audiences.

    + Strong presentation skills – both creating content and delivering message.

    + Ability to get things done utilizing individual and team strengths.

    + A willingness and ability to work across organizational boundaries.

    + Must have strong analytical skills and proven ability to effectively conduct in-depth research, identify trends and summarize information on a variety of subjects.

     

    Company Info

     

    About Legrand

     

    Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work , and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative , and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext ( Legrand SA EPA: LR ). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

     

    About Legrand North and Central America

     

    Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical , and Data Center markets . LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental , and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us

     

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    Equal Opportunity Employer

     

    LocationUS-CT-West Hartford | US-CT-New London | US-PA-Canonsburg | US-CA-Carlsbad | US-NJ-Fairfield | US-NY-Syracuse | US-MN-Minnetonka

     

    # Positions 4

     

    Category Engineering