Join a Growing Manufacturing Leader in Tucson, Arizona

Build the future of innovative building products with a company that's been growing for nearly 50 years.

Solar Industries Inc. began as a small window and skylight company in Tucson, Arizona, in 1976. Today, we're a leading manufacturer with more than 630 employees across five states, producing high-quality building products that serve customers nationwide.

As we continue to expand our product offerings and increase production capacity, we're looking for a talented Engineer II to join our growing Engineering Team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact on product development, quality improvement, testing, and innovation while working alongside experienced engineers, manufacturing professionals, and industry certification organizations.

If you're a hands-on engineer who enjoys solving problems, improving products, and seeing your work come to life on the manufacturing floor, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As an Engineer II, you'll play a key role in supporting product development, quality assurance, and certification efforts across our manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and leadership teams to understand products, processes, and business objectives.
• Partner with nationally recognized laboratories and inspection agencies to maintain and update product certifications.
• Monitor quality control processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in the research, design, development, and testing of new and existing products.
• Develop and execute testing procedures for product validation, quality assurance, and R&D initiatives.
• Work directly with vendors to address quality concerns and support new product development efforts.
• Review and interpret technical documentation, including test standards, building codes, engineering specifications, and certification requirements.
• Generate detailed technical reports utilizing testing data, analysis, and market research findings.
• Maintain and manage product information within the company's ERP system.
• Create and review engineering drawings using SolidWorks or comparable CAD software.
• Support production teams by applying engineering principles related to mechanical, thermal, electrical, pneumatic, and material performance.
• Maintain organized engineering records and documentation.
• Promote a safe, clean, and efficient work environment.

What We're Looking For

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, production, design, quality, or a related field.
• Strong CAD experience (SolidWorks preferred).
• Excellent technical writing skills (writing samples may be requested).
• Strong understanding of scientific methods and testing methodologies.
• Effective communication and reporting skills.
• Experience working with high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with automated and computerized production systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering software tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Why Join Solar Industries?

At Solar Industries, your ideas matter. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, influence product innovation, and help shape the future of a growing manufacturing organization.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Immediate 100% vesting on employer contributions
• Affordable medical plans
• FREE dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability coverage
• Employee discounts
• Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding company
• Stable, long-term employment with an established industry leader

Schedule

Full-Time | Exempt

Typical schedule:

• Monday-Friday
• 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM or 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Occasional overtime and Saturday work as business needs require

This role requires travel between Solar Industries' Tucson manufacturing facilities and occasional out-of-town travel.

Work Environment

This position operates primarily within a manufacturing and warehouse environment. Employees may be exposed to varying temperatures, dust, fumes, odors, and elevated noise levels. Appropriate safety procedures and equipment are provided and required.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach.
• Use hands and arms for handling tools, equipment, and materials.
• Operate standard office equipment and computers.
• Occasionally lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must possess the visual abilities necessary to review drawings, perform inspections, and operate equipment safely.

Ready to Build Something Great?

Join a company with nearly five decades of success, a culture of innovation, and a commitment to investing in its people.

Apply today and help shape the next generation of products at Solar Industries.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person