Product Engineer Director

Note to applicants: This exciting opportunity, with a generous benefits package, is an in-office position with operational hours M-F between the hours of 8:00 am-5:00 pm. This position is full-time and on-site at our office in Valencia, CA

Who We Are 

Sunco.com is a leading online lighting retailer headquartered in Valencia, CA. Thanks to our amazing and talented employees, we are proud to be one of the largest online lighting retailers in the US. We deeply value our collaborative, open, and people-first culture and are invested in making Sunco a positive place where our team members thrive every day. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that is lighting the way to a brighter future.

What We Do

We light up the world, literally. Customers have chosen Sunco to provide millions of LED lights and trust us for our exceptional customer service, eco-conscious product expertise, and unmatched value.

Who You Are 

If these traits describe you, we want you to apply: 

• You’re a problem solver. You enjoy helping people and making friends along the way. 
• You’re enthusiastic. When you walk in the room, people smile more. 
• You’re a good listener and a fast learner. You look forward to growing within the company. 
• You’re detailed oriented and organized. You pay attention to details and can manage multiple projects at once. 
• You’re willing to help a young and imperfect company grow up to be the best version of itself.

 About this Job 

You will be an expert in managing product from testing to mass production. You will be talking to our overseas manufactures to ensure that product meets all requirements. You will also be collaborating with the team internally to get all product information required for product launch. You will oversee our Product Engineers and Test Engineers. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management:
• • Lead and mentor the engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Develop and implement engineering strategies aligned with the company’s goals and objectives.
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the engineering department, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Product Quality Assurance:
• • Establish and maintain rigorous quality control processes to ensure all products meet or exceed industry standards and customer expectations.
  • Implement best practices for testing and validating new products to ensure reliability, safety, and performance.
  • Continuously monitor and improve product quality through feedback and analysis.
• Cost Reduction Initiatives:
• • Identify opportunities for cost reduction in existing products without compromising quality or performance.
  • Implement cost-down projects and track their impact on overall product cost and profitability.
  • Collaborate with the supply chain and manufacturing teams to optimize production processes and material usage.
• New Product Development:
• • Work closely with PMs to develop and launch new products, providing technical guidance and support throughout the product development lifecycle.
  • Ensure new products are designed for manufacturability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive products to inform and guide new product development.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• • Collaborate with other departments, including marketing, sales, and customer service, to ensure seamless product launches and customer satisfaction.
  • Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between engineering and other departments to support company-wide initiatives and goals.
• Continuous Improvement:
• • Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the engineering team, encouraging innovation and the adoption of new technologies and methodologies.
  • Implement and maintain metrics to track engineering performance and identify areas for improvement.