Sr. Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer

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
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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

Why Greenville? Where Nature, Culture & Southern Hospitality Unite!

• Vibrant Downtown: Greenville boasts a lively downtown with over 110 restaurants along a mile and a half stretch of Main Street, offering diverse dining and entertainment options.
• Affordable Living: Enjoy a cost of living below the national average, making it an ideal place to live and work.
• Outdoor Recreation: With over 55 parks, trails, and recreational facilities, Greenville offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities.
• Great
  
  Location:
  
  Located between Atlanta and Charlotte, Greenville provides easy access to major cities while maintaining its unique charm. Enjoy a 1 hour drive to the Blue Ridge Mountains and a 3 hour drive to the beach!