Test Engineer II

Visual Comfort & Co. • Skokie, IL

11h • $74,000 - $79,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the testing and qualification of LED drivers, LED modules, LED fixtures and control modules to define, document, analyze, perform, and interpret tests for lighting products, and systems. Responsible for identifying functional problems and suggests resolutions. Documents and analyzes test cases and provide regular progress reports. Ensures testing procedures are in compliance with internal and UL standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
• 3+ years of experience in electrical testing or a related field
• Proficiently use test equipment, including oscilloscope, power analyzers/meters, electronic loads, DMMs and Data acquisition systems
• Ability to understand electric circuit designs, schematics and components specifications
• Self-motivated, able to achieve goals and objectives without supervision
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and changing priorities
• Ability to achieve results both independently and through others by fostering a spirit of teamwork and cooperation
• Demonstrate exceptional communication across all contact channels, including email, chat and phone
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered for this role
• 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).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of switching mode power supplies is preferred
• Knowledge of lighting, especially LED lighting, is preferred
• Experience with basic circuit design, Arduino or Raspberry Pi development board is preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans and test specifications
• Develop test equipment and setups according to the test plan
• Test LED drivers, LED modules, LED fixtures and control modules in support of new product development and VAVE projects
• Qualify LED drivers, LED modules and LED fixtures by conducting performance and reliability testing
• Provide technical support to Technical Service and Quality teams
• Manage testing documentation, including test requests and test reports
• Provide technical oversight for the lab technicians that perform electrical testing
• Work effectively with others in a team environment to accomplish organizational goals and to identify and resolve problems
• Exhibits and adheres to the established Visual Comfort Company Values
• Must demonstrate commitment, dependability, punctuality, and adherence to agreed-upon schedule while maintaining a consistent presence in the workplace to effectively collaborate and communicate amongst co-workers and teams.

Benefits

• 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 covers the majority of employee medical premiums, and offers competitive 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level