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EMI Industries is an award-winning metal and millwork manufacturer of standard and customized fixtures, displays and equipment for the restaurant, supermarket and convenience store industries. With five manufacturing locations across the country and 400,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing and warehouse space, EMI provides a convenient regional source for millwork, metal and refrigeration products, with national and international capabilities.\nLSI Industries, Inc., an Industry leader headquartered in Cincinnati, is a publicly held company traded over the NASDAQ Stock Exchange under the symbol LYTS. The company manufactures advanced lighting, graphics, and display solutions across strategic vertical markets. The company’s American-made products, which include non-residential indoor and outdoor lighting, print graphics, digital graphics, refrigerated and custom displays, help create value for customer brands and enhance the consumer experience. LSI also provides comprehensive project management services in support of large-scale product rollouts. The company employs approximately 3,000 people at 23 manufacturing plants in the U.S. and Canada. Additional information about LSI is available at www.lsicorp.com.\nWe are looking for a Design Engineer to support our EMI team in Cranston, Rhode Island.\nJob Summary:\nWe are seeking a Design Engineer to play a critical role in supporting the organization by providing fast, accurate, and flexible design solutions for customer requests. This role focuses on quick-turn design modifications, custom product development, and translating customer requirements into manufacturable solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in design, sheet metal fabrication, and product development, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.\nKey Responsibilities:\nProvide rapid design support for sales inquiries, including custom modifications and new product configurations.\nWork closely with the sales team to interpret customer requests and translate them into manufacturable product specifications.\nDevelop and modify 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks or similar software.\nCustomize existing designs to meet customer needs while ensuring feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability.\nSupport technical sales proposals by creating conceptual drawings, renderings, and feasibility assessments.\nCollaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and engineering teams to ensure smooth implementation of customer-driven product changes.\nProvide technical expertise to assist sales in customer discussions and proposal development.\nEnsure compliance with company design standards and industry regulations.\nParticipate in design reviews, cost analyses, and product optimization initiatives to improve overall product offerings.\nRequired Qualifications\n5+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in commercial equipment, retail fixtures, or sheet metal products.\nProficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCAD) for modeling and drafting.\nStrong background in sheet metal fabrication, mechanical assemblies, and structural design.\nAbility to quickly convert customer needs into product specifications while ensuring manufacturability and cost efficiency.\nExperience working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment with tight deadlines.\nExcellent problem-solving skills and ability to balance multiple priorities.\nStrong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with customized display fixtures, commercial refrigeration enclosures, or similar retail equipment.\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field.\nKnowledge of DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly) principles. \nBenefits:\n401(k) \nHealth insurance \nDental insurance \nVision insurance \nPaid Time off\nEEOC\nLSI is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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