Electrical Lab Technician

JOB TITLE:  Electrical Lab Technician                                                                                

FLSA: Exempt

STATUS: Full Time, On-site

LOCATION: Skokie, IL

SUPERVISOR:  Electrical Engineering Manager  

Posting Summary:

Visual Comfort and Co is looking for an Electrical Lab Technician to join the Engineering team in Skokie, IL!

This position will be responsible for layout, build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electronic components, parts, equipment, and systems for lighting products, such as electronic transformers, LED drivers, power supplies, dimmers and other controls applying principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics, electronic and electrical testing, and physics. 

Company Description:

At Visual Comfort & Co. our mission is to bring Visual Comfort to every space and setting by harnessing the transformative power of light and design. Visual Comfort & Co. is the premier resource for decorative lighting, architectural lighting, and ceiling fans from the most influential designers in the world. We are proud to offer a market-leading range of premium products across categories, styles, and price points, remaining committed to beautiful design and, above all, world-class customer experience.

Responsibilities:

·         Read wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.

·         Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.

·         Perform preventative maintenance or calibration of equipment or systems.

·         Adjust or replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry or electronics components, using hand tools, soldering iron, etc.

·          Write reports or record data on testing performed or specifications to assist engineers.

·         Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.

·         Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.

·         Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems, or to provide information on product use.

·         Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.

·         Maintain working knowledge of current lighting testing and evaluation technologies by reading or attending conferences, workshops, or other training.

Qualifications:

·         3-5 years of related experience in an Engineering Lab Environment

·         Experience in the Lighting Industry or related industry

·         Associate degree in Applied Science, Electronics, or Engineering or accredited apprenticeship program or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be accepted.

·         Proficient in the set up and use of electrical and electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMM’s, power meters, light meters, and network connected devices.

·         Experience with microprocessors and embedded systems.

·         Understanding of electronic circuits related to lighting product power supplies.

·         Knowledge of regulatory agency standards including UL, CSA, FCC.

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office

·         Ability to work in a team atmosphere, promoting positive work relationships with both internal and external partners.

·         Capacity to utilize effective time and personnel management skills working against multiple deadlines and competing objectives.

·         Self-motivated, able to achieve goals and objectives without supervision.

What Visual Comfort & Co. Offers:

·         Competitive Compensation Package.

•  The company provided Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
•  401(k) Employer Match.
•  Accrued sick time.
• Paid Time Off Programs.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package.
• Team Member discounts on Visual Comfort Products.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:                        

During employment Team Members are treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and efforts of working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job when circumstances change, e.g., emergencies, rush jobs, changes in personnel, workload, technological development, etc.