Prototype Manager Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

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Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Prototype Technician to join the Kenall Team in Kenosha, WI.

The successful candidate will support the development of products from the initial concept through production launch by creating concept prototypes, providing manufacturability feedback, and creating jigs and tools for production.

The Prototype Technician will be responsible for building, assembling, testing, and refining prototypes of new products in support of the engineering and product development teams. This role requires strong hands-on technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with engineers and designers to bring concepts to life.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the prototype list and work with all parties on prioritization

• Execute the development of prototypes for the engineering department and provide feedback on manufacturability

• Partner with Quality, Industrial Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering to design and fabricate jigs, tools, and fixturing to support engineering changes and products in development

• Partner with Operations and Planning to schedule prototyping activities to limit impact on production

• Fabricate, assemble, and modify prototype parts, components, and systems using hand tools, power tools, and precision equipment.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and schematics.

• Operate fabrication equipment such as 3D printers, CNC machines, laser cutters, and soldering equipment

• Work closely with design and engineering teams to identify prototype improvements and troubleshoot issues.

• Perform functional and durability testing on prototypes and document results.

• Maintain an organized and safe prototype lab, ensuring all tools, equipment, and materials are available and in good working condition.

• Record build processes, material usage, and modifications for accurate documentation.

• Support pilot builds and pre-production runs.

• Provide feedback on manufacturability, assembly processes, and design improvements.

• Follow safety, quality, and company compliance standards.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing technology.

• 2+ years of experience in prototype assembly, fabrication, or related technical role.

• Strong mechanical and/or electrical assembly skills.

• Proficiency with hand tools, measurement instruments, and fabrication equipment.

• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and CAD outputs.

• Familiarity with rapid prototyping technologies (3D printing, CNC machining, laser cutting, etc.) a plus.

• Strong problem-solving skills with an eye for detail.

• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

• Willingness to adapt to fast-paced and evolving project requirements.

Competencies:

• Ability to work with others in a team environment

• Ability to work autonomously on manufacturing equipment

• Self-motivated and has a drive to continuously improve

• Detail-oriented, with a desire to "roll up your sleeves" to help your team get the job done

• Ability to adapt to changes in type of work and schedule

• Desire to learn new processes and skills

• Ability to communicate and present findings to teams in English, both written and orally

• Creative problem solver that can develop solutions and provide alternatives if needed

• Safety mindset

• Customer-focused with a sense of urgency

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

About Legrand's Lighting Sector

Legrand's Lighting Sector consists of five lighting brands; Pinnacle, Finelite, Focal Point, and OCL which focus on architectural, decorative, and downlighting and Kenall which focuses on lighting for demanding environments. We employ a talented group of employees that love lighting to design and manufacture high performance, energy efficient LED lighting solutions for applications in commercial, educational, healthcare, as well as challenging environments such as tunnels and correctional facilities. With an eye toward sustainable design, our focus is on specification-oriented products and solutions that meet the functional needs of spaces while working in harmony with the designer's vision for those spaces. We work with architects, engineers, and contractors to supply lighting built specifically for their client's projects.

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