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Senior Electrical Engineer

Visual Comfort & Co.
Posted 5 months ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Skokie, Cook 60076, IL

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off
Life Insurance

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  • Visual Comfort & Co. is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and 7 years of experience in designing phase-cut dimmable LED drivers.
  • The role involves designing and developing LED drivers and electronic components, qualifying new power supplies, and collaborating with suppliers on new product development.
  • Compensation for this position ranges from $125,000 to $135,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with company matching.
  • The ideal candidate should be skilled in various power supply topologies, EMI mitigation, and have experience with testing and reliability standards in the US/EU markets.
  • Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States, as no employment-based immigration sponsorship is offered for this role.

Who we are:

 

Visual Comfort & Co. is the premier resource for decorative and architectural lighting, ceiling fans, system controls and automated shading solutions 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, a world-class customer experience. This position reports directly to Director Engineering (Electrical) within the Engineering department, The Senior Electrical Engineering is responsible for LED driver and electronic components design and development, qualifying new power supplies and guiding suppliers through new product development.

 

Visual Comfort Offers:

 

  • Work-Life Balance: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
  • Training & Development: A comprehensive and structured training program, complemented by ongoing education and opportunities for career advancement.
  • Paid Time Off: Generous vacation accrual and paid time off policies.
  • Holidays: 7 paid holidays per year, in addition to 2 floating holidays.
  • Compensation: Competitive compensation plan
  • Health Benefits: Visual Comfort pays the majority of employees medical, vision, and dental coverage, available starting the first of the month following your start date.
  • Insurance: Company-provided life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
  • Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching up to 4%, available beginning the first of the month following your hire date.

 

 

How success is defined:

 

  • Selects, evaluates, and qualifies power supplies and control components for new products.
  • Collaborates with suppliers on developing new power supplies.
  • Leads design and evaluation of LED drivers, controls, and electrical projects (including IoT and connected lighting).
  • Troubleshoots power supplies, analog, and digital circuits.
  • Oversees Lab Technicians’ electrical testing and provide technical guidance.
  • Mentor junior engineers.
  • Works collaboratively to achieve company goals and resolve issues.
  • Upholds Visual Comfort Company values and maintain reliability, punctuality, and effective workplace presence.

 

What you will bring:

 

  • Bachelor’s in electrical engineering
  • 7 years designing phase-cut dimmable LED drivers
  • Skilled in Buck, Boost, Flyback, LLC topologies
  • Experienced in power supply qualification and reliability testing
  • Understanding of US/EU market requirements and safety standards
  • Proficient in EMI mitigation and lighting control protocols (0-10V, DALI, DMX)
  • Uses oscilloscopes, power meters, electronic loads
  • Familiar with PSpice, LTspice simulation tools
  • Works independently; meets objectives
  • Strong organizational and time management abilities
  • Effectively manages multiple priorities and adapts to change
  • Collaborates well in teams and communicates clearly via email, chat, phone

 

Compensation Range: $125,000 - $135,000 

 

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Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment 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.

 

 

To be eligible for this role, you must be authorized to work in the United States. We do not offer any type of employment-based immigration sponsorship for this role. Likewise, Visual Comfort & Co., will not provide any assistance or sign any documentation in support of any other form of immigration sponsorship or benefit including optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT).




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