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RTC · 2 weeks ago

Electrical Engineer (LED Lighting Products)

Rolling Meadows, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$61K/yr - $108K/yr

5+ years exp

RTC is focused on continual improvement and delivering higher-performing solutions for clients. The Electrical Engineer (LED Lighting Products) will design, develop, and test advanced LED lighting systems, collaborating with cross-functional engineers to create innovative solutions that enhance product visibility and energy efficiency.

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Responsibilities

Work with cross-departmental teams and manage the technology portion of Create display projects and programs

Work as part of the technology and lighting team to design, develop, and test new Ready products

Ensures successful completion of development projects, resolution of customer problems, and implementation of engineered solutions based on internal and external customer feedback

As part of a team, design and implement risk management strategies and protocols to mitigate identified risk and potential hazards

Utilize project management tools and techniques to organize and document work, including Gantt charts, JIRA, Confluence, and other appropriate tools

Perform testing of engineering samples and prototypes and prepare reports on the results suitable for internal and customer presentations

Propose and implement technical product revisions, corrective actions, and work procedures to resolve design defects or enhance product quality and cost

Provide general technical support to individuals in and out of the technology department as required

Qualification

Electrical Engineering degreeECAD for PCB designMCAD CAD for wiring diagramsTestingMeasurement techniquesUnderstanding circuit designsHands-on with prototypesTechnical report writingProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or other relevant engineering field

Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience

ECAD for PCB design, preferably Altium

MCAD CAD for illustrating wiring diagrams and cable assemblies per IPC-A-620

Ability to understand circuit designs, schematics, circuit calculations, and component specifications

Testing and Measurement techniques for electronics and photometric performance

Ability to be hands-on with mechanical/hardware prototypes and familiarity with electronic tools, soldering techniques, digital oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc

Understand applicable UL standards for lighting products and commercial furnishings

Competent in technical report and specification writing with minimal supervision and guidance

Able to work independently in problem-solving & analysis by applying standard engineering techniques

Display discipline to fully document problem statements, observations, conclusions, calculations, and recommendations, as well as sound problem-solving skills

Applicants must be 18 or older

Benefits

401(K) Plan with 6% company match (we also offer a Roth option)!

Hybrid work from home program offered

Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield (choose from two PPO plans and one HMO plan based on your deductible comfort level)

Dental Insurance with two plan options (both PPO Plans)

Flexible Spending for Health and/or Dependent Care

Commuter Transit benefit

Critical illness benefit

Life Insurance (we cover 3 times your salary - you can purchase more)

Short-Term Disability Coverage (we'll cover this for you too - you can choose to purchase long-term disability)

2 weeks of paid Parental Leave

16 PTO Days (full year)

9 Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Fun Friday Hours - get a head start on your weekend by leaving at 2:30 every Friday (year-round!)

Volunteer Time Off (VTO) plus company-sponsored volunteer events.

PTO is encouraged not only for vacations but mental health breaks.

Work/Life resources such as Legal, Financial, and Counseling are available through our Employee Assistance Program.

Discounts to eligible fitness centers for associates enrolled with Blue Cross.

Preventative Care is covered at 100% (annual check-ups and screenings).

Lactation rooms are available for new mothers at the Rolling Meadows location.

Annual flu clinic at Romeoville and Rolling Meadows for our associates and any dependents covered on our health plan. Flu shots are covered by insurance if the associate elects to go elsewhere.

We encourage your professional growth and development. We offer mentors with deep industry experience, and management who will assist you in defining and realizing your short and long term career goals and a variety of opportunities for training and advancement.