Electrical Design Engineering Technician

STARTEK LIGHTING AMERICA LLC; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

STARTEK LIGHTING AMERICA LLC in Libertyville, IL is seeking an Electrical Design Engineering Technician to support photometric testing, product performance documentation, LED driver programming, PCA design coordination, and engineering prototype activities across the product lifecycle.

The role collaborates with design engineering, manufacturing, quality, and external testing partners to ensure accurate performance data, reliable processes, and consistent product quality.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with electrical testing, electronic components, LED drivers, and lighting controls.
• Experience operating, calibrating, or maintaining photometric testing equipment is preferred.
• Familiarity with IES files, photometric performance data, and luminaire specification documentation.
• Experience with LED driver programming, dimming systems, and lighting control technologies.
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Experience with printed circuit assemblies, electronic BOMs, and electronic component documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical systems and performing root‑cause analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to maintain organized technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work independently across multiple engineering functions.

Responsibilities

• Photometric Testing & Product Performance: Perform photometric testing with Viso goniometer and coordinate testing activities with Intertek services.
• Calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and operate the Viso photometric testing machine to ensure accurate and repeatable test results.
• Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures for photometric testing and equipment calibration.
• Review and maintain product performance data, including updates to photometric and electrical performance specifications.
• Update IES files for the entire product portfolio, including new product introductions and revisions to existing products.
• Maintain and update product specification sheets with current performance tables and verified technical data.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across IES files, specification sheets, and other product performance documentation.
• Coordinate performance data updates with engineering and other relevant departments.

Skills

Electrical testing

LED drivers

Wiring diagrams

Photometric testing

Troubleshooting

Tools

Viso goniometer

Genius BOM tool

Job description

Description

Position summary:

The Electrical Design Engineering Technician is responsible for photometric testing, product performance documentation, LED driver programming, PCA design coordination, engineering prototype support, production troubleshooting, and returned-material analysis.

This role serves as a key technical resource supporting the full product lifecycle, from new product development and certification testing through manufacturing, field support, and continuous product improvement. The position works closely with design engineering, manufacturing, technical support, quality, and external testing partners to ensure accurate product performance data, reliable manufacturing processes, and consistent product quality.

Overall, Role Expectations:

The Electrical Design Engineering Technician is expected to be a hands‑on technical leader who takes ownership of assigned engineering processes, maintains accurate technical data, and provides reliable support to manufacturing and product development. The role is instrumental in ensuring product performance information, driver configurations, electrical documentation, and manufacturing processes remain accurate and aligned throughout the product lifecycle.

Measures of Success:

Performance in this role will be evaluated based on:

• Accuracy and timeliness of IES files, performance tables, and specification sheet updates.
• Reliability, calibration, and availability of photometric testing equipment.
• Accuracy and repeatability of driver programming processes.
• Completeness and accuracy of PCA BOMs and wiring schematic documentation.
• Responsiveness and effectiveness in resolving production engineering issues.
• Timely completion of engineering prototypes and certification samples.
• Quality and timeliness of RMA investigations and root‑cause reports.
• Implementation and maintenance of effective SOPs.
• Reduction in recurring programming, documentation, and production errors.

Job Title:

Electrical Design Engineering Technician

Department/Group:

Engineering

Location:

Libertyville, IL

Level/Salary Range:

$85,000

Travel Required:

Minimal

Position Type:

Full‑Time

Key Responsibilities:

1. Photometric Testing & Product Performance

• Perform photometric testing with Viso goniometer and coordinate testing activities with Intertek services.
• Calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and operate the Viso photometric testing machine to ensure accurate and repeatable test results.
• Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures for photometric testing and equipment calibration.
• Review and maintain product performance data, including updates to photometric and electrical performance specifications.
• Update IES files for the entire product portfolio, including new product introductions and revisions to existing products.
• Maintain and update product specification sheets with current performance tables and verified technical data.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across IES files, specification sheets, and other product performance documentation.
• Coordinate performance data updates with engineering and other relevant departments.

2. LED Driver Programming & Controls

• Lead LED driver programming updates to align driver configurations with current IES data, product performance requirements, and engineering revisions.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and update driver programming equipment, software, and associated processes.
• Develop and maintain standardized driver programming procedures to ensure repeatability and minimize programming errors.
• Support driver programming, configuration, and troubleshooting across multiple manufacturers and platforms, including:
• Signify
• eldoLED, including SoloDrive and EcoDrive
• Optronics
• Moons
• ERP
• Lutron

• Maintain driver configuration records and programming documentation.
• Coordinate driver programming requirements for new products, product revisions, and customer‑specific configurations.
• Support the evaluation and implementation of driver and controls solutions for new and existing products.

3. PCA Design & Engineering Systems

• Lead new PCA (printed circuit assembly) design activities in coordination with engineering requirements and product development objectives.
• Support PCA‑related engineering projects, including design updates, prototype development, troubleshooting, and validation.
• Establish and maintain accurate PCA board bills of materials (BOMs) in Genius and ensure alignment with approved engineering documentation.
• Verify component selections, BOM accuracy, and design revisions to support engineering and manufacturing requirements.

4. Production Engineering Support

• Support production orders involving specialized product configurations and options, including:
• Sensors and sensor controls
• GTD configurations
• Tunable‑white products
• Battery and emergency‑power options
• Other customized lighting and controls configurations
• Troubleshoot electrical, driver, controls, and assembly issues encountered during production.
• Assist production personnel with wiring, configuration, programming, and product functionality questions.
• Investigate recurring production issues and recommend corrective actions to improve quality, consistency, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement product revisions and resolve manufacturing challenges.

5. Engineering Prototype & Certification Support

• Assist design engineers with evaluating, assembling, testing, and troubleshooting engineering prototypes.
• Build and support production samples, certification samples, and other engineering test units.
• Verify prototype functionality and identify potential electrical, mechanical, controls, and assembly issues.
• Support product development and certification activities by preparing samples and assisting with required testing.
• Document findings and communicate technical issues to the appropriate engineering personnel.
• Support design validation and product improvements before release to manufacturing.

6. Wiring Schematics & Technical Documentation

• Develop and maintain a centralized database of wiring schematics covering the company’s entire product portfolio.
• Create clear, accurate, and standardized wiring diagrams to support manufacturing, technical support, troubleshooting, and field service.
• Develop and maintain schematics for product configurations and options, including:
• Sensor options and controls
• Tunable‑white systems
• Battery and emergency‑power configurations
• Driver and dimming configurations
• Other product‑specific electrical options
• Organize documentation to allow production personnel and technical support teams to quickly locate the correct wiring information.
• Update existing schematics as products, components, and electrical configurations change.

7. Returned Material Authorization (RMA) & Failure Analysis

• Serve as the lead engineering resource for RMA investigations involving returned luminaires, LED drivers, and related electrical components.
• Perform postmortem evaluations of returned fixtures and drivers to identify failure modes, root causes, and contributing factors.
• Document findings and communicate investigation results to engineering, quality, manufacturing, and technical support teams.
• Distinguish between product defects, component failures, installation issues, application‑related problems, and other potential causes when evidence supports those conclusions.
• Recommend corrective and preventive actions to address identified failure mechanisms.
• Identify recurring issues and communicate opportunities for product redesign, manufacturing improvements, or supplier corrective action.
• Maintain accurate RMA investigation records to support trend analysis and continuous product improvement.

8. Standard Operating Procedures & Continuous Improvement

• Create, implement, and maintain SOPs for photometric testing, equipment operation, driver programming, and other recurring engineering processes.
• Establish consistent workflows and documentation practices that reduce errors and improve repeatability.
• Identify opportunities to improve testing efficiency, programming accuracy, manufacturing support, and engineering documentation.
• Maintain technical records and ensure procedures are updated following approved process or product changes.
• Share technical knowledge with engineering, manufacturing, and technical support personnel.

Qualifications & Experience

• Hands‑on experience with electrical testing, electronic components, LED drivers, and lighting controls.
• Experience operating, calibrating, or maintaining photometric testing equipment is preferred.
• Familiarity with IES files, photometric performance data, and luminaire specification documentation.
• Experience with LED driver programming, dimming systems, and lighting control technologies.
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Experience with printed circuit assemblies, electronic BOMs, and electronic component documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical systems and performing root‑cause analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to maintain organized technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work independently across multiple engineering functions.

Core Competencies

• Electrical and electronic troubleshooting
• Photometric testing and data accuracy
• LED driver programming and controls integration
• PCA design and BOM management
• Production and prototype support
• Technical documentation and SOP development
• Failure analysis and root‑cause investigation
• Cross‑functional communication and collaboration
• Process standardization and continuous improvement