R&D Lighting Project Leader

Schréder SA; Luik; Hybride; EUR 70 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid working

Performance bonus

Company car

Meal vouchers

Pension plan

Medical insurance

Cafetaria plan

Flexible working hours

Résumé du poste

Schréder SA in Liège, Belgium, seeks an R&D Lighting Project Leader to drive photometric building blocks and their integration into luminaires. You will report to the Electronic & Lighting Manager in the R&D department and lead cross‑functional teams to deliver on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.

We value autonomy, rigor, creativity, and team spirit, with opportunities to advance in a global engineering culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Autonomous, rigorous, creative, communicant with team spirit.
• Knowledge in optics/photometry & LED technology is a plus.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks) for mechanical integration and design.

Responsabilités

• Oversee the mechanization and integration of optic parts into lighting fixtures, considering thermal management and manufacturing characteristics.
• Develop and optimize optical systems for outdoor lighting, emphasizing efficiency, durability, and aesthetics.
• Lead and manage projects from concept to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets and quality standards.
• Stay abreast of industry trends in photometry and optics; drive continuous improvement with innovative solutions.

Connaissances

Autonomous

Rigorous

Creative

Communicant

Team spirit

SolidWorks

Formation

Bachelor or Master in Mechanical Engineering

Outils

SolidWorks

Description du poste

Want to join a company with a century-long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit that pushes the limits of the smart lighting industry? A company that requires employees to broaden their expertise to not only light urban environments but also deliver services for engaging and interactive public spaces. With a rich heritage in engineering, environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable lighting has always been part of our DNA. With connectivity more vital more ever, as Experts in Lightability™, we propose lighting infrastructure that will play a pivotal role in building Smart Cities.
A family-owned Belgian company with headquarters in Brussels, we are present in over 70 countries on 5 continents. Will you take the challenge? Let’s light up the future together!

Job Description

Currently, we are looking for a R&D Lighting Project Leader in Liège, Belgium who will be responsible of photometrical buildings blocks project and its integration inside a luminaire.

You will report to the Electronic & Lighting Manager of the R&D department.

What you will do

• Mechanization and Integration: Oversee the mechanization and integration of optic parts into lighting fixtures, considering factors such as thermal management, manufacturing characteristic. Collaborate with mechanical engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of optical components with other system elements.
• Optical System Design: Develop and optimize optical systems for outdoor lighting, emphasizing efficiency, durability, and aesthetic considerations. Utilize photometry techniques to analyse and improve light distribution, ensuring optimal visibility and energy efficiency.
• Project Management: Lead and manage projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including optical engineers, mechanical engineers, designers, and technicians, to achieve project goals.
• Innovation and Research: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in photometry and optics. Drive continuous improvement by researching and implementing innovative solutions to enhance outdoor lighting performance.

Qualifications

At Schréder, entrepreneurship and a growth mindset are essential. It's not just about who you are but who you want to become with us.

Skills Requested

• Bachelor or Master degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Autonomous, Rigorous, Creative, Communicant, Team spirit
• Knowledge in optics/photometry & LED technology is a plus.
• Proficiency in CAD software (Solidworks) for mechanical integration and design.

Additional Information

At Schréder, every employee is valued for his or her skill set. We actively look for and choose employees based on their experience and the value they bring to the company.

What we have waiting for you

• A positive work environment: You can expect to work in an environment that is safe, supportive, and free from discrimination or harassment.
• Flexibility at work: For all functions that allow it, we encourage hybrid working, as working in person and remotely has benefits.
• Growth opportunities: You will be part of a global company that encourages your employees to learn and develop daily and pursue their career goals at Schréder. Our soul is entrepreneurial, so take some risks, allow yourself to get out of your comfort zone and grow with us!
• Open communication: We encourage open communication between employees and managers and feedback and suggestions between all organisational levels.
• Shared purpose: If you will be here with us, we share the same values.
• Deeper connections: We are friendly and open to those who arrive, see great value in our differences and diversity, and work together with trust and collaboration.

On top of that, in addition to a competitive and attractive compensation package, we offer a great number of extra-legaladvantages such as flexible working hours, structural homeworking, a market competitive salary,performance bonus, company car, meal vouchers, eco vouchers, pension provision, medical &hospitalization insurance, net allowances and cafetaria plan.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion