Lighting Engineer

6AM City, LLC; Illinois; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Labor Solutions, LLC is seeking a Lighting Solutions Engineer to bridge customers, sales, engineering, and manufacturing. You will ensure lighting products are properly specified and supported from pre-sale to post-installation, balancing performance with manufacturability and compliance.

The role covers documentation, submittals, and technical support, including reviews of drawings, RFPs, and lighting specifications. Office-based in a manufacturing setting with occasional site visits and travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 2–5+ years of experience in LED lighting, electrical products, or technical sales support.
• Strong knowledge of LED lighting systems, drivers, and photometric reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review project documentation including lighting submittals, product data sheets, and technical compliance documentation.
• Assist sales and customer service with technical clarifications during quoting and order processing.
• Support sales with technical product recommendations, application guidance, and project reviews.
• Interpret specifications, drawings, and photometric reports; communicate requirements to internal teams.

Skills

LED lighting knowledge

Electrical fundamentals

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical)

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Lighting Solutions Engineer serves as the technical link between customers, sales, engineering, and manufacturing. This role ensures lighting products are properly specified, applied, and supported from pre-sale through post-installation. The Lighting Solutions Engineer provides practical, real-world lighting solutions that balance performance, manufacturability, compliance, and customer expectations, while supporting commitment to quality, responsiveness, and long-term customer relationships.

Documentation & Submittals

• Prepare and review project documentation including:
  • Lighting submittals
  • Product data sheets
  • Technical compliance documentation
• Ensure technical accuracy and consistency with engineering standards
• Assist sales and customer service with technical clarifications during quoting and order processing

Sales & Customer Technical Support

• Support sales representatives with technical product recommendations, application guidance, and project review
• Review customer specifications, drawings, and RFPs to confirm alignment with product capabilities
• Answer technical questions related to:
  • LED luminaires and systems
  • Drivers, optics, and mounting methods
  • Dimming and basic controls
  • Environmental and application limitations
• Participate in customer calls, meetings, and occasional site visits as the technical expert

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with:
  • Product Engineering
  • Manufacturing and Production
  • Quality and Testing
  • Customer Service
• Communicate application requirements clearly to internal teams to prevent build or field issues
• Provide feedback on recurring customer or field issues to support product improvements

Post-Sale & Field Support

• Assist with troubleshooting installation or performance issues
• Support warranty investigations by helping analyze application conditions and usage
• Coordinate with engineering and quality teams to resolve technical issues efficiently

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related field) or equivalent hands-on experience
• 2-5+ years of experience in LED lighting, electrical products, or technical sales support
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • LED lighting systems and luminaires
  • Electrical fundamentals (voltage, current, drivers)
  • Lighting performance metrics (lumens, CCT, CRI, efficacy)
• Ability to interpret specifications, drawings, and photometric reports
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences

Working Conditions:

• This position is primarily based in an office environment within a manufacturing facility.
• The role requires extended periods of computer use, including reviewing technical drawings, photometric reports, specifications, and email communication.
• Regular interaction with cross-functional teams including sales, engineering, manufacturing, quality, and customer service.
• Occasional time spent in production, warehouse, or testing areas for product review, troubleshooting, or collaboration.
• Exposure to typical manufacturing conditions such as noise, temperature variation, and electrical equipment may occur when on the plant floor; appropriate safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided.
• Occasional travel to customer sites, project meetings, or industry events may be required.
• Standard business hours with flexibility as needed to support project deadlines and customer needs.

Company Description

Labor Solutions, LLC is a leader in the professional, temporary, and direct hire industry throughout the Midwest area. Our clients range from individual entrepreneurs to large corporations, and while we are big enough to serve Fortune 100 companies, we are small enough to stay nimble in an always-changing market.

Thank you!

Company Description

Labor Solutions, LLC is a leader in the professional, temporary, and direct hire industry throughout the Midwest area. Our clients range from individual entrepreneurs to large corporations, and while we are big enough to serve Fortune 100 companies, we are small enough to stay nimble in an always-changing market.

Thank you!